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Regional carriers continue adjusting selected routes amid ongoing security concerns
DUBAI – Travellers flying from the UAE on Wednesday are being urged to check their flight status before leaving for the airport, as several airlines continue to adjust schedules on selected regional routes amid ongoing airspace restrictions and operational challenges linked to the security situation in the Gulf.
While the vast majority of flights continue to operate as scheduled, Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai and Air Arabia have announced cancellations affecting services to Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Georgia. Airlines continue to review operations daily as regional conditions evolve, while airports across the UAE remain fully operational during one of the busiest summer travel periods.
The latest developments come as governments and aviation authorities continue monitoring the regional security environment, with international travel advisories and airspace guidance remaining in force. Diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz gathered further momentum overnight.
Iran and Oman said discussions on a new shipping framework for the strategic waterway are progressing positively, while Qatar confirmed that mediators are circulating draft proposals for a broader agreement between the United States and Iran.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also identified the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as an immediate priority, although the US Navy continues to maintain restrictions on Iranian maritime traffic as negotiations continue.
Despite the diplomatic activity, airlines remain cautious, keeping selected route suspensions and operational adjustments in place while monitoring developments.
Emirates
Emirates has cancelled several flights from Dubai to destinations across the Gulf.
Affected services include:
Dubai-Dammam
- EK823
Dubai-Bahrain
- EK835
- EK837
- EK839
Dubai-Kuwait
- EK853
- EK855
- EK857
- EK859
The airline has advised passengers to check the latest flight status through its official website and mobile app before travelling to Dubai International Airport.
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways continues to suspend selected regional services for operational reasons.
Cancelled services include:
Flights between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain
- EY653 from Abu Dhabi to Kuwait
- EY654 from Kuwait to Abu Dhabi
The airline said passengers affected by the cancellations are being assisted with alternative travel arrangements. It has not announced when normal services to Bahrain and Kuwait will resume.
flydubai
flydubai has announced cancellations on selected routes.
Affected flights include:
- FZ711A from Dubai to Tbilisi
- FZ811A from Dubai to Abha
- FZ033 from Dubai to Salalah
Passengers are advised to verify their flight status before travelling, as schedules may be updated at short notice.
Air Arabia
Air Arabia continues to adjust operations across both its Sharjah and Abu Dhabi networks, with several services to Gulf destinations remaining cancelled.
Sharjah-Kuwait
- G9068
- G9124
Sharjah-Bahrain
- G9107
Sharjah-Abha
- G9195
Sharjah-Doha
- G9081
- G9138
Abu Dhabi-Kuwait
- 3L020
Passengers travelling on affected routes are advised to contact Air Arabia for the latest schedule information and available rebooking options.
Regional airlines
Airlines across the Gulf continue to make operational adjustments as the regional security situation develops.
Qatar Airways has extended the suspension of passenger flights to Bahrain, Erbil and Kuwait until August 7.
Oman Air said temporary airspace restrictions and technical issues continue to affect parts of its network, resulting in delays and cancellations. The airline said affected passengers are being contacted through WhatsApp, SMS and email, with alternative travel arrangements being offered where possible.
Jazeera Airways has advised passengers to arrive at the airport no more than three hours before their revised departure time, while Saudia said it continues reviewing operations to improve schedule reliability.
International airlines
A number of international carriers continue to adjust services across the Gulf while reviewing regional security conditions.
Among the latest updates:
- Air France: Dubai and Beirut flights suspended until August 18; Riyadh until August 14.
- Lufthansa Group: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Riyadh, Doha and Dammam suspended until October 24.
- British Airways: Flexible booking policy available for affected Middle East services through October 31.
- Singapore Airlines: Dubai services remain suspended until further notice.
- Air Canada: Dubai flights remain suspended.
- Cathay Pacific: Hong Kong-Dubai services remain suspended.
- Finnair: Dubai flights remain suspended.
- ITA Airways: Dubai operations remain suspended.
- Turkish Airlines: Dubai and Abu Dhabi services have resumed, while Iran flights remain suspended.
- KLM: Continues monitoring the regional situation and adjusting schedules where necessary.
Meanwhile, several governments continue to advise travellers to remain alert while travelling across the Middle East.
The US Department of State has maintained its worldwide security advisory, warning Americans to prepare for possible flight cancellations, temporary airspace closures and wider travel disruption.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has extended its Conflict Zone Information Bulletin until August 31, advising EU airlines not to operate in the airspace over the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and parts of the Gulf of Oman.
The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office also continues advising travellers to monitor official updates before travelling within the region.
Why flights are changing
Although diplomatic efforts continue, airlines remain cautious because of ongoing airspace restrictions, evolving security assessments and operational requirements.
Many carriers continue rerouting aircraft to avoid conflict-sensitive airspace, resulting in longer journey times, revised aircraft rotations and occasional cancellations. Technical and operational issues at some regional airlines have also contributed to schedule adjustments.
Commercial aviation across the UAE continues to operate normally overall, but airlines are reviewing schedules daily as conditions develop.
What travellers need to know
Airport authorities across the UAE continue advising passengers to plan ahead during the busy summer travel period.
Travellers should:
- Arrive at least three hours before departure.
- Check flight status before leaving home.
- Allow extra time for traffic, check-in, security and immigration.
- Use online check-in and airline mobile apps where available.
- Keep contact details updated to receive flight notifications.
Dubai International Airport has also reminded passengers to allow extra time for their journeys because of increased summer passenger volumes. Travellers heading to destinations across the Gulf are advised to confirm the latest schedule directly with their airline before travelling to the airport, as operational changes can occur at short notice.