UAE flights status today: Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia cancellations, delays as Saudi routes remain disrupted

UAE air travellers are facing an uneven operating picture, with delays at Dubai International and Abu Dhabi and cancellations affecting several UAE–Saudi routes. The disruption is tied to ongoing regional security concerns that continue to influence schedules, particularly on connections to Riyadh and Dammam.

Etihad has extended suspensions on Abu Dhabi–Dammam and Abu Dhabi–Riyadh services through November 19, with Jeddah services resuming on November 6. Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia report a mix of cancellations and scheduled services on Dubai–Saudi routes, with several Dubai–Dammam, Dubai–Jeddah, and Dubai–Riyadh flights listed as cancelled in the current status updates.

Flydubai’s Saudi network shows a varied picture, including some scheduled, estimated, and in-flight segments across Medina, Ha’il, Gassim, and Jeddah. The airline notes that some routes are operating normally while others are subject to changes, and advises passengers to check status before travel.

A number of international carriers have extended suspensions or adjusted returns to Dubai as part of the winter schedule restart. Several European and Asian carriers have delayed or canceled Dubai services, while some returning services from cities such as London, Frankfurt, and Zurich are planned for late November. Passengers should verify the latest status with their airline before heading to the airport.

Travel guidance for November 5 emphasizes last-minute schedule changes can occur. Travellers are advised to confirm flight status directly with their airline, arrive early, and check for any updates on connecting flights, given the dynamic nature of the disruptions and evolving regional security considerations.