Limited services resume on Etihad, Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia; passengers advised to confirm bookings.
UAE airports and airlines are gradually resuming operations following recent regional disruptions. While limited flights have restarted across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah, passengers are advised to travel only with confirmed bookings.
Authorities continue to prioritise safety and are closely monitoring operations, with flight schedules remaining subject to change.
Dubai Airports confirmed that flights have resumed on a limited basis at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum (DWC).
Passengers are advised to travel only if they hold a confirmed ticket and have been notified by their airline. Access to Dubai airports is restricted to confirmed travellers to ensure safety and smooth operations.
Passenger guidance:
- Confirm departure times directly with your airline
- Verify your departure terminal before heading to the airport
- Check airline websites or apps for the latest updates
Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths has been on the ground coordinating with Dubai Police and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai to support frontline teams.
Emirates is operating a reduced schedule due to the partial reopening of airspace.
- Travel only with a confirmed booking; transit passengers are accepted if connecting flights are operating
- Check emirates.com for the latest updates
- Rebooking and refunds: Passengers can rebook flights for travel on or before 30 April or request refunds via their travel agent or the Emirates online form
- Check-in points across Dubai remain temporarily closed
flydubai has resumed limited network operations as airspace restrictions gradually lift.
- Travel only with a confirmed booking; connecting passengers are accepted only if their onward flight is operating
- Rebooking and refund options are available for travel between 28 February and 31 March, and can be processed up to 30 days from the original travel date
- Bookings can be made via flydubai.com, the mobile app, contact centre (+971 600 54 44 45), or through travel agents
Major destinations served (via Abu Dhabi):
Europe: Munich, Paris (CDG), Prague, Rome, St. Petersburg, Vienna, Warsaw, Zurich, Amsterdam, Athens, Barcelona, Birmingham, Budapest, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Edinburgh, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Istanbul, Lisbon, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Madrid, Manchester, Milan
Americas: Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Mexico City, New York (JFK), Newark (via Athens), San Francisco, São Paulo
Middle East & North Africa: Toronto, Cairo, Casablanca, Jeddah, Medina, Lahore, Malé, Mauritius
Africa: Abidjan, Accra, Cape Town, Harare, Johannesburg, Lusaka, Nairobi
Far East & Australasia: Auckland, Bali, Bangkok, Beijing, Christchurch (via Sydney), Guangzhou, Haneda Tokyo, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Melbourne, Perth, Phuket, Seoul, Shanghai, Siem Reap (via Bangkok), Singapore, Sydney, Taipei
West Asia & Indian Ocean: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Colombo, Delhi, Dhaka, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Kochi
Zayed International Airport has advised passengers not to travel unless they hold a confirmed ticket and have been notified by their airline. The safety and wellbeing of all passengers and staff remains the airport’s top priority.
Etihad Airways will operate a limited schedule from March 6, flying from Abu Dhabi to 25 key international destinations:
Ahmedabad, Bangkok, Bengaluru, Cairo, Colombo, Delhi, Frankfurt, Hanoi, Hyderabad, Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur, London (Heathrow), Madrid, Malé, Milan (Malpensa), Moscow (Sheremetyevo), Mumbai, New York (JFK), Paris, Phuket, Riyadh, Rome, Seoul (Incheon), Toronto, Zurich
Passengers with existing bookings will be accommodated on the resumed flights, and tickets are available via etihad.com.
Travel advisory: Do not travel unless you have been contacted by Etihad or hold a confirmed booking.
Rebooking & Refunds
- Tickets issued on or before 28 February 2026 for travel up to 21 March can be rebooked free of charge for travel until 15 May 2026
- Refunds can be requested via etihad.com/en/help/refund-form or through travel agents
- Flights will operate only once all safety and security criteria are fully met, and schedules remain subject to regulatory approvals and airspace conditions
Note: Services include travel via Sharjah.
Sharjah International Airport has confirmed that most flights remain suspended, with access limited to confirmed passengers only.
Travellers are urged to verify their flight status with their airline before heading to the airport and to use Sharjah Airport’s live departure and arrival updates via its website, SMS, email, or social media channels.
Air Arabia
- Flights suspended until 15:00, March 9, 2026
- Limited flights operating under safety approvals; affected passengers are notified directly
- Rebooking & refunds: Free date changes within 15 days, full credit vouchers, or refunds to the original payment method
- Manage bookings via the Air Arabia website, mobile app, or travel agents
Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah Airports
- Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and Fujairah Airport have resumed limited operations
- Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest updates, rebooking options, and follow official announcements
Safety and travel guidance
- All UAE airports continue to prioritise passenger and staff safety while closely monitoring operations
- Travellers are advised to stay updated through official airline channels and airport announcements before heading to the airport
- Confirm your flight, check your bookings, and follow airline guidance to ensure a smooth travel experience.
