Originally Posted by
Armchair Flyer
if we could, I would, and put the refund towards alternative (albeit much more expensive now) options.
However the ticket is not refundable. Only changeable for a fee and you can be sure Emirates won’t change it at their cost (but will be worth a try). So we are stuck with it.
It doesn't matter that the flight is non-refundable, if there is a considerable change in the departure or arrival time, you are entitled to a full refund.
Have you actually asked EK for a refund?