Emirates, Etihad and flydubai Operate Selected Flights as Regional Situation Evolves.
Dubai: UAE travellers flying today face a mixed picture as airlines continue to operate selected services amid renewed escalation in the US-Iran conflict. While some flights are operating as scheduled, others have been cancelled or delayed.
Emirates, Etihad Airways and flydubai are operating a number of regional services, while Air Arabia has cancelled flights to Kuwait and Bahrain.
At Dubai International Airport, several international flights are also showing cancellations or delays, including an Air France service to Paris.
War Status
The ongoing flight disruption comes amid renewed escalation in the US-Iran conflict, with heightened security concerns continuing across the region.
The situation remains fluid, with US Vice President JD Vance saying the Trump administration has economic, military, diplomatic and covert options available as tensions with Iran continue to escalate.
US sanctions and a naval blockade are also adding pressure on Iran, while shipping risks remain elevated around the Strait of Hormuz.
UAE Airlines
Etihad Airways
- Abu Dhabi–Bahrain: EY647 arrived late, while EY643 and EY645 are scheduled to operate.
- Abu Dhabi–Kuwait: EY653 has departed.
- Abu Dhabi–Manila: EY446 is delayed due to an operational issue.
Etihad is advising passengers to check its official channels for the latest flight status and updates before travelling to the airport.
Emirates
- Dubai–Bahrain: EK837 and EK839 are scheduled to operate.
- Dubai–Kuwait: EK857 is scheduled to operate.
Emirates is advising passengers to check its official channels for the latest flight status and updates before heading to the airport.
flydubai
flydubai flights from Dubai to Bahrain and Kuwait are currently operating as scheduled. Passengers are advised to check their flight status before travelling.
The airline is nevertheless advising passengers departing from Dubai to arrive at least four hours before their scheduled departure, complete online check-in where available and check their flight status before travelling to the airport.
Air Arabia
Air Arabia has reported cancellations on several services:
- G9068 — Sharjah to Kuwait
- G9124 — Sharjah to Kuwait
- G9107 — Sharjah to Bahrain
- 3L020 — Abu Dhabi to Kuwait
Other Dubai Airports Flights
Passengers travelling from Dubai International Airport are also advised to check directly with their airline for the latest flight status, as schedules may change at short notice due to evolving regional airspace and security conditions.
Other Dubai Airports Flights
Dubai Airports’ flight status data also shows a number of cancellations and delays. These include:
- AF655 — Dubai to Paris, Air France — cancelled
- KQ311 — Dubai to Nairobi, Kenya Airways — cancelled
- FG402 — Dubai to Kabul, Ariana Afghan Airlines — cancelled
- PA811 — Dubai to Multan, Airblue — cancelled
- KQ305 — Dubai to Nairobi, Kenya Airways — delayed
- TK765 — Dubai to Istanbul, Turkish Airlines — delayed
- SG5023 — Dubai to Mumbai, SpiceJet — delayed
- SG5106 — Dubai to New Delhi, SpiceJet — delayed
- PA411 — Dubai to Lahore, Airblue — cancelled
- SG5158 — Dubai to Jaipur, SpiceJet — delayed
- EK376A — Dubai to Bangkok, Emirates — cancelled
Note: The cancellations and delays listed above may have different causes. While some could be linked to the wider regional situation, others may result from operational or technical issues.
Regional Situation
Across the wider region, several international carriers are restoring services while continuing to monitor developments in airspace and security conditions.
Turkish Airlines has resumed services to Dubai and Abu Dhabi but continues to suspend flights to Iran. Qatar Airways is operating multiple daily flights to Dubai and has resumed services to Bahrain, Kuwait and Erbil, although passengers may still face delays.
Air India and Air India Express have restored services across their full GCC networks, while IndiGo continues to operate selected flights to destinations in the Middle East.
Flynas is operating daily services to Dubai, Doha and Bahrain, while Jazeera Airways is running selected flights, including services to Dubai.
Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to warn airlines against operating over Russian airspace, prompting a number of Central Asian and European carriers to cancel or alter flights.
What Travel Advisories Are Saying
UK
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) continues to warn that the regional security situation is unpredictable. Its advice notes that attacks could resume at short notice, with travellers urged to take the possibility of renewed disruption into account.
US
The US State Department advises Americans to reconsider travel to the UAE because of the threat of armed conflict and terrorism. Its advisory also highlights the potential for drone and missile attacks, significant disruption to commercial flights and risks to civil aviation in and around the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
Australia
Australia advises travellers to reconsider their need to travel to the UAE, citing the volatile regional security environment. Its guidance warns that armed conflict could disrupt travel with little or no notice, including through airspace closures, flight cancellations, delays and diversions. Travellers are advised to monitor local authorities and confirm flight arrangements with their airline before departure.
Australia has lowered its travel advice for the UAE from Level 4, “Do not travel”, to Level 3, “Reconsider your need to travel”. The Australian government continues to warn that security conditions can deteriorate quickly and that travel disruptions may occur at short notice.
Canada
Canada continues to advise travellers to exercise a high degree of caution in the UAE. Its advisory warns that the security situation can change quickly and urges travellers to remain vigilant, monitor local developments and follow instructions from UAE authorities.
What International Carriers Are Saying
Several international airlines have restored or resumed services to the UAE, while others continue to suspend or modify flights as they monitor the evolving regional security situation.
Passengers should check directly with their airline before travelling, as flight schedules can change at short notice due to airspace restrictions, security concerns or operational considerations.
International Airlines: Latest UAE Flight Suspensions
- Air France: Dubai flights suspended through September 4, inclusive. Flights departing Dubai remain suspended through September 5.
- British Airways: Services to Dubai and Abu Dhabi remain suspended. Dubai flights are scheduled to resume on October 25, at a reduced frequency.
- Singapore Airlines: Singapore–Dubai services suspended until October 24.
- Cathay Pacific: Dubai services suspended until October 25.
- ITA Airways: Dubai services suspended until October 24.
- Finnair: Helsinki–Dubai services suspended until October 24.
- AirBaltic: Dubai services suspended until October 24.
- Philippine Airlines: Manila–Dubai services suspended until October 2.
- Korean Air: Incheon–Dubai services suspended until further notice.
- Pegasus: Services to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah suspended.
- Virgin Atlantic: London–Dubai services suspended for the foreseeable future.
- Lufthansa, Eurowings and SWISS: Dubai services suspended through October 24 for operational reasons. Eurowings plans to resume Dubai services from November 1.
What Travellers Should Do
If you are flying from the UAE:
- Check your individual flight status before leaving home.
- Arrive at least three hours before departure, or earlier if your airline advises it.
- If flying with flydubai from Dubai, allow at least four hours.
- Complete online check-in where available.
- Allow extra time for traffic, security, check-in and immigration.
- Keep your contact details updated with the airline.
- Be prepared for last-minute delays, cancellations or schedule changes.
- Follow your airline and airport’s official channels for the latest updates.
