Regional flight schedules subject to change amid Middle East tensions

UAE airports are preparing for higher passenger numbers as the summer holiday period ends. Regional flight schedules remain subject to change due to wider Middle East developments around the Strait of Hormuz and US-Iran tensions.

Etihad Airways, Emirates, flydubai and Air Arabia are operating some services to Kuwait, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, though several flights have been cancelled or delayed. International carriers including Air Canada, British Airways, Singapore Airlines, KLM, Philippine Airlines, Lufthansa and Swiss have suspended Dubai services until dates ranging from early September to mid-January 2027. Turkish Airlines has resumed services to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, though Iran flights remain suspended.

Dubai authorities are increasing operational readiness across airport platforms and checkpoints. Passengers should expect busier airports and allow extra time for check-in, security and immigration. Flight schedules can change at short notice, so passengers should check their specific flight number and airline website before leaving for the airport.