What To Know
- Rebook on an alternative flight for travel on or before March 20.
- Air Arabia flights to and from the UAE are suspended until 3pm UAE time on Monday, March 2.
- Authorities continue to prioritise passenger safety and operational efficiency, and travellers are encouraged to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
UAE airlines have shared important updates regarding temporary schedule adjustments. Authorities continue to prioritise passenger safety and operational efficiency, and travellers are encouraged to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
Here’s a clear summary of the latest airline announcements.
Airspace Status
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) confirmed that precautionary airspace measures remain in place. Operations are being reviewed continuously to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.
Travellers are strongly advised to check flight status directly with their airline before travelling to the airport.
Emirates Updates
Emirates has temporarily suspended operations to and from Dubai until 3pm UAE time on Tuesday, March 3.
Passengers booked to travel before or on March 5 can:
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Rebook on an alternative flight for travel on or before March 20
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Request a refund via Emirates’ official refund form
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Contact their travel agent if booked through one
Customers should ensure their contact details are updated through “Manage Your Booking” to receive notifications.
Etihad Airways Updates
Etihad flights to and from Abu Dhabi are suspended until 2pm UAE time on Monday, March 2.
Passengers can:
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Rebook free of charge for travel up to March 18 (for eligible tickets)
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Request a full refund
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Contact their travel agent if applicable
Flight status can be checked directly at etihad.com.
flydubai Updates
flydubai has suspended flights to and from Dubai until 3pm UAE time on Monday, March 2.
Passengers travelling within the next 72 hours may:
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Rebook free of charge up to 20 days from the original travel date
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Contact the flydubai call centre or their travel agent
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Update contact details via “Manage Your Booking”
Air Arabia Updates
Air Arabia flights to and from the UAE are suspended until 3pm UAE time on Monday, March 2.
Passengers can:
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Rebook via Air Arabia’s official website
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Contact their travel agent
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Check flight status online before travelling
What Travellers Should Do Now
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Check your airline’s official website or app for real-time updates
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Confirm your contact details in your booking
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Consider flexible travel dates where possible
Airlines continue to provide rebooking and refund options to support affected passengers. For the latest updates, always rely on official airline channels and UAE aviation authorities.
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