Limited Flights Resume for Etihad, Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia – Check Your Flight Status.
Ongoing regional airspace disruptions have led UAE carriers to adjust schedules at major airports. While most regular flights remain suspended, limited and special services are running to assist passengers with confirmed bookings, repatriation, cargo, and essential travel.
“UAE Residents Abroad Begin Returning Home
Passengers are coming back on special and charter flights, including direct services from Dubai and Fujairah airports, as well as connections via Oman Air and Salam Air. While most regular flights remain suspended, limited services continue to repatriate residents and tourists, with normal airport operations gradually resuming.”
“UAE Airports Resume Limited Operations
Limited flights have restarted at Dubai (DXB, DWC), Abu Dhabi (AUH), Sharjah (SHJ), and Ras Al Khaimah (RKT). Passengers are advised to travel only with confirmed bookings, as schedules may change.
Airports are operating under specific schedules in coordination with airlines, prioritizing the safety of passengers and staff. Sharjah Airport offers SMS, email, and social media alerts to keep travelers updated on flights.”
“Traveller Guidance:
- Confirm departure times and terminals directly with your airline.
- Keep track of updates via airline apps, websites, and official airport channels.
- Follow all official instructions before heading to the airport.”
Etihad Airways Update
Flight Suspension:
All scheduled flights to and from Abu Dhabi remain suspended until 6:00 AM UAE time, Friday, March 6. Limited repositioning, cargo, and repatriation flights are operating on March 4–5, subject to safety approvals.
Passenger Guidance:
- Travel only with a confirmed booking made within the last 24 hours.
- Check etihad.com before heading to the airport.
- Ensure your booking contact details are up to date.
Rebooking and Refunds:
- Tickets issued on or before February 28, 2026, with travel up to March 10, may be rebooked free of charge until March 31, 2026.
- Refunds can be requested via etihad.com/refund-form or through your travel agent.
- High call volumes are expected; using online forms is recommended.
Emirates Update
Flight Suspension:
All scheduled flights to and from Dubai are suspended until 11:59 PM UAE time, Saturday, March 7. Limited flights are operating, prioritizing passengers with earlier confirmed bookings.
Passenger Guidance:
- Travel only if notified directly by Emirates or holding a confirmed booking.
- Check emirates.com and email notifications for updates.
- Dubai city check-in points are temporarily closed.
Rebooking and Refunds:
- Rebook on alternate flights for travel on or before March 27.
- Refunds available for flights booked on or before March 12.
- Travel agent bookings should be handled directly through agents.
flydubai – Dubai Operations
Limited Resumption:
Scheduled flights are resuming to several destinations from March 5. Some destinations remain affected due to airspace restrictions, and flights may take longer because of rerouting.
Booking and Guidance:
- Flights can be booked via flydubai.com, the contact centre (+971 600 54 44 45), flydubai travel shops, or travel agents.
- Passengers should check flight status before travelling.
Air Arabia Update
Flight Suspension:
Flights to and from the UAE are suspended until 3:00 PM UAE time, Monday, March 9, 2026. Limited flights continue to operate under operational and safety approvals.
Passenger Guidance:
- Travel only if contacted directly regarding an operating flight.
- Regularly check flight status via the Air Arabia website.
- Keep contact details updated through Manage Booking.
Rebooking and Refunds:
Affected passengers have the following options:
- One free date change within 15 days
- Full credit voucher
- Full refund to the original payment method
- Travel agent bookings must be managed through agents; direct bookings via website/app.
Passenger Advisory:
Passengers are strongly advised not to travel to the airport unless they hold a confirmed ticket and have been explicitly instructed by Air Arabia. Airport access is restricted to confirmed travelers only. The safety and wellbeing of all passengers and staff remain the highest priority.
Regional and International Airlines Adjust Schedules
Due to regional airspace and security restrictions, most international airlines have suspended flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Only limited repatriation and essential services are currently operating.
Airline Updates:
- Air France – Flights to/from Tel Aviv, Beirut, Dubai, and Riyadh cancelled until March 5 due to security concerns.
- Virgin Atlantic – Scheduled flights between London Heathrow and Dubai/Riyadh resumed from March 3.
Indian Carriers Operating Special/Repatriation Flights:
- IndiGo – Flights to Athens, Muscat, Jeddah, and Madinah operating; UAE repatriation services increasing from March 3 to March 5. Passengers should wait for direct confirmation before travelling.
- Air India – Additional flights to Toronto, Frankfurt, and Paris (CDG).
- Air India Express – Special flights to/from Ras Al Khaimah from March 5 to March 7, connecting Delhi, Kochi, and Mumbai.
- SpiceJet & Akasa Air – Operating select repatriation services to the UAE.
Other Major Carriers Affected:
Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Saudia, KLM, Lufthansa, Finnair, British Airways, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines – most services are cancelled or paused.
Passenger Advisory:
Travelers are strongly advised to monitor flight status, wait for direct confirmation from their airline, and follow official updates before heading to the airport.
