Air India Expands UAE-India Flights Amid Cancellations

Mar 8, 2026

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Mar 8, 2026 06:31

UAE–India travel: Air India, Air India Express add extra flights from UAE and Gulf nations

## Additional Flights from UAE

Air India and Air India Express have announced extra flights from the UAE and other Gulf nations to India. This move aims to assist passengers affected by recent flight cancellations. The additional flights will operate from key UAE cities including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah.

## Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Flights

Scheduled flights on March 8 include routes between Delhi, Mumbai, and Jeddah, as well as Muscat to various Indian cities. Non-scheduled flights will also be available from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Muscat, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah to India.

## Flight Cancellations and Rebooking

Flights to Bahrain, Dammam, Doha, Kuwait, and Riyadh have been cancelled until mid-March. Passengers with affected bookings can rebook at no extra cost or request a full refund. Air India and Air India Express are reaching out to passengers to facilitate rebooking.

## Operational Adjustments

Flights to Europe and North America are continuing with alternative routes. Some flights now include technical stops in Rome or Vienna due to extended travel paths. Passengers are advised to check flight statuses online and ensure their contact information is current for timely updates.

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