Amid ongoing regional developments, UAE airlines are operating limited flights. Passengers should travel only with confirmed bookings and check the latest updates before heading to the airport. The safety of passengers and crew remains the highest priority.

Airline update: Limited flights and cancellations across the region

Emirates

Following the partial reopening of regional airspace, Emirates is running a reduced schedule. Passengers, especially those transiting through Dubai, should check flight status, email notifications, and updates on emirates.com before travelling.

Today’s flight schedules are listed on emirates.com

Missed your flight? Here’s what to do

    -Missed rebooking? Call Emirates if booked directly, or contact your travel agent.

    -Limited flights operating: Only travel if Emirates has contacted you; rebook via call or agent.

    -Cancellation emails: Do not go to the airport; check Emirates travel advisory.

    -Upcoming flights: Emirates will contact passengers if the flight is operating.

   -Rescheduling without fees: Booked Feb 28 – Mar 31? Rebook for travel on/before Apr 30 via call/agent; avoid Manage My Booking.

    -Refunds: Free for cancelled flights or trips booked Feb 28 – Mar 31. Submit via Emirates form or agent; avoid Manage My Booking.

    -Hotel vouchers: Contact Emirates for hotel assignment; subject to availability.

    -Skywards Miles: Eligible if rebooked on another airline due to cancellation.

Etihad Airways

Etihad has resumed a limited flight schedule from Abu Dhabi to key destinations. Passengers should only travel with a confirmed booking or if contacted directly.

Destinations operating until March 19 include:  Ahmedabad, Addis Ababa, Amsterdam, Athens, Atlanta, Bangkok, Barcelona, Beijing, Bengaluru, Boston, Brussels, Cairo, Casablanca, Chiang Mai, Chicago, Colombo, Copenhagen, Delhi, Denpasar (Bali), Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Istanbul, Jakarta, Jeddah, Karachi, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Krabi, Kuala Lumpur, Lahore, London (Heathrow), Madrid, Malé, Manchester, Manila, Medina, Melbourne, Milan (Malpensa), Moscow (Sheremetyevo), Mumbai, Munich, Muscat, Nairobi, New York (JFK), Paris, Phnom Penh, Phuket, Prague, Riyadh, Rome, Seoul (Incheon), Seychelles, Singapore, St Petersburg, Sydney, Taipei, Thiruvananthapuram, Tokyo, Toronto, Vienna, Warsaw, Washington, Zurich.

Passenger guidance:

    -Check flight status at etihad.com before travelling.

    -Keep contact details updated.

    -Tickets issued on/before Feb 28, 2026, for travel up to Mar 21, 2026, can be rebooked free onto flights until May 15, 2026.

    -Refunds for flights until 21 Mar can be requested via refund form or travel agent.

    -Avoid unnecessary trips to the airport unless you have a confirmed booking.

Note: Flights are subject to operational approvals and regional airspace conditions. Not all destinations operate daily.

flydubai

flydubai has resumed operations across its network with a reduced schedule. Passengers booked Feb 28 – Mar 31 may rebook within 30 days of their original travel date with no penalty.

Passenger guidance:

    -Only travel if connecting flight is operating.

    -Flight durations and transit times may be longer due to temporary rerouting.

    -Check flight status online or via app.

    -Book via flydubai.com, mobile app, Contact Centre (+971 600 54 44 45), Travel Shops, or travel agent.

    -Keep contact details updated via Manage Your Booking.

    -Refer only to official flydubai channels for updates.

Air Arabia

Air Arabia has resumed a limited number of flights to and from the UAE, subject to operational approvals. Passengers can book via website, mobile app, or travel agents. Previously cancelled flights may be rebooked if modification/refund options have not been used.

Destinations operating from Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah include multiple cities across India, Pakistan, Egypt, Europe, and the Middle East. 

Rebooking and refund options:

   - One free date change within 15 days

    -Full credit voucher

   - Full refund to original payment method

    -For issues, use chat option to contact customer service

Managing your booking:

    -Direct bookings: Manage Booking page online or via app

    T-ravel agent bookings: Contact agent directly

Important reminders:

   - Keep contact details updated

    -Check website or official channels for updates

    -High enquiry volumes expected; patience appreciated

    -Safety of passengers and crew remains top priority

Passengers are advised to stay updated, travel only with confirmed bookings, and monitor official airline channels. Airlines continue to prioritise safety as operations gradually resume across the region.

Source: Gulf News