UAE flights update: Check the latest Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia schedules
Dubai Airports advises early arrival amid operational changes
DUBAI – Travellers flying to and from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) today are being urged to check their flight status before heading to the airport, as several regional routes continue to face cancellations and schedule adjustments amid ongoing security concerns in the region.
While airports across the UAE remain operational, airlines are advising passengers to monitor official updates, remain in contact with their carriers and allow extra time for check-in, security screening and immigration procedures. Dubai Airports has also reminded travellers to arrive well ahead of departure during the busy summer travel season.
The latest travel updates come as airlines continue to adjust operations on selected services to Bahrain and Kuwait, while international travel advisories and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency's (EASA) Gulf airspace warning remain in place.
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways has extended the cancellation of flights EY653 and EY654 between Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport and Kuwait International Airport until July 26 because of operational reasons.
The airline has also confirmed the cancellation of flight EY648 from Bahrain to Abu Dhabi scheduled for July 26.
Passengers affected by the cancellations have been advised to ensure their contact details are up to date so they can receive the latest flight notifications and travel assistance via SMS and email.
Etihad has reminded customers to check the latest flight status before travelling, as operational conditions may continue to change.
Emirates
Emirates has confirmed that its scheduled services between Dubai International Airport and Kuwait International Airport, as well as Bahrain International Airport, remain listed for July 26 and July 27.
The scheduled Kuwait flights include:
Dubai to Kuwait
- EK853
- EK855
- EK857
- EK859
Kuwait to Dubai
- EK854
- EK856
- EK858
- EK860
The scheduled Bahrain services include:
Dubai to Bahrain
- EK835
- EK837
- EK839
Bahrain to Dubai
- EK836
- EK838
- EK840
The same schedules are currently listed for July 27, although Emirates has advised passengers to verify the latest flight status before leaving for the airport as schedules remain subject to operational changes.
flydubai
flydubai has reminded passengers travelling during the summer holiday period that airports are expected to be significantly busier than usual.
The airline has advised travellers departing from Dubai International Airport to complete check-in early, allow extra time at the airport, verify their flight status before departure and ensure they reach the boarding gate at least 60 minutes before departure.
According to the latest operational update, services between Dubai and Bahrain on July 27, along with Dubai-Kuwait flights, remain scheduled.
Separately, flydubai confirmed that because of planned maintenance at Naples International Airport, it will temporarily operate its daily Dubai service through Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport between November 1 and November 30, 2026. Passengers travelling during this period are advised to check updated schedules before departure.
Air Arabia
Air Arabia continues to report cancellations and schedule adjustments on selected routes between the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain.
For July 26 and July 27, the airline's latest operational update shows the following:
Abu Dhabi-Kuwait
- 3L020: Cancelled
- 3L022: Not yet departed
- Kuwait-Abu Dhabi
- 3L021: Cancelled
- 3L023: Not yet departed
Several Sharjah-Kuwait services are also affected.
Sharjah-Kuwait
- G9068: Cancelled
- G9124: Cancelled
- G9121: Not yet departed
Kuwait-Sharjah
- G9069: Cancelled
- G9125: Cancelled
- G9122: Not yet departed
On Bahrain routes, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi services between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain remain listed as not yet departed, while selected Sharjah-Bahrain flights continue to face cancellations.
Sharjah-Bahrain
- G9107: Cancelled
- G9101: Not yet departed
- G9103: Not yet departed
Bahrain-Sharjah
- G9108: Cancelled
- G9102: Not yet departed
- G9104: Not yet departed
Passengers are advised to continue checking Air Arabia's official flight status service before travelling, as schedules may change at short notice.
Dubai Airports
Dubai International Airport has reiterated its travel guidance for passengers departing during the busy holiday period.
Travellers are advised to arrive at least three hours before departure, expect longer processing times at security and immigration, and reach their boarding gate at least 60 minutes before departure.
Passengers are also encouraged to allow extra time for road traffic and use the Dubai Metro, particularly when travelling to Emirates Terminal 3.
To make the airport experience smoother, Dubai Airports recommends using online check-in, airline mobile applications, early baggage drop facilities and self-service kiosks wherever possible.
Global advisories
International travel advisories linked to regional security concerns remain in place.
The US Department of State continues to advise travellers to prepare for possible flight cancellations, airspace restrictions and travel disruptions, urging passengers to confirm schedules directly with airlines.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office says the regional security situation remains unpredictable and advises travellers to monitor official guidance and review travel plans regularly.
Canada continues to advise against non-essential travel to the UAE, warning that renewed missile or drone activity could affect aviation operations.
Australia has advised its citizens in the region to consider leaving while commercial flights remain available, where it is safe to do so.
Meanwhile, EASA has extended its Conflict Zone Information Bulletin covering Gulf airspace until August 31, urging airlines to exercise caution because of continuing risks linked to missile and drone activity, military operations and falling debris.
Travel advice
Passengers travelling from the UAE are advised to confirm their flight status directly with their airline before leaving for the airport, as schedules may change with little notice.
Travellers should also keep travel documents readily available, arrive well ahead of departure and follow the latest instructions issued by airlines and airport authorities as operations continue to evolve.