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UAE travel alert: Check latest flight cancellations, delays and airline changes
Passengers travelling through Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah should check the latest airline cancellations, Saudi route changes, international suspensions and
UAE travel alert: Check latest flight cancellations, delays and airline changes
Travellers departing the UAE on Wednesday faced a day of fluctuating airline schedules, with several Saudi-route cancellations and continued suspensions by international carriers across the region. Major UAE-based operators—Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia—reported varied operating arrangements, with some flights cancelled and others continuing to destinations such as Jeddah and Medina amid ongoing regional disruptions.
UAE-Iran services remain suspended, as the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority has halted direct flights to and from Iran until further notice. Passengers with tickets on Iran Airtour, Caspian Airlines or Karun Airlines are advised to contact their airline or travel agent to discuss rebooking or refunds.
Flights between the UAE and Israel are subject to differing conditions by airline. Flydubai’s Dubai–Tel Aviv route is suspended through at least late November, Emirates’ Dubai–Tel Aviv services remain suspended, while Etihad continues direct Abu Dhabi–Tel Aviv operations. Travelers should verify status with their carrier, especially if transferring to other international flights.
Saudi destinations continue to be highly affected for UAE travelers. Etihad has cancelled several routes to Dammam and Riyadh through November 19, while Jeddah services resume with certain flight numbers. Emirates and flydubai report a mix of cancellations and operational flights to Saudi cities, with travellers urged to confirm specific flight details before travel.