UAE Airlines Operate Special Flights Amid Regional Disruptions

Mar 4, 2026

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Mar 4, 2026 15:32

UAE flight update: Which UAE, international airlines are operating special flights?

## Emirates

Emirates has suspended all scheduled flights to and from Dubai until March 7 due to regional airspace closures. However, the airline is running a limited number of flights, prioritizing customers with existing bookings. Passengers are advised not to head to the airport unless they have been directly informed by Emirates or have a confirmed booking.

## Etihad Airways

Etihad has halted all scheduled commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi until March 5. The airline is coordinating with UAE authorities to operate some repositioning, cargo, and repatriation flights, subject to strict approvals.

## flydubai

flydubai resumed limited operations on March 3 from Dubai International's Terminals 2 and 3. Passengers should only travel to the airport if contacted directly or if they have a confirmed booking. Those with flights in the next 72 hours can rebook within 20 days at no extra cost.

## Air Arabia

Air Arabia has suspended flights to and from the UAE until March 9. A few flights are operating with necessary approvals, and passengers will be notified directly if their flight is running.

## International Airlines

Many international carriers, including Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, and several European and North American airlines, have paused flights to the UAE. Virgin Atlantic resumed flights between London and Dubai on March 3. Indian airlines like SpiceJet and Air India are operating special flights, with IndiGo gradually restoring services to certain destinations.

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