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UAE flights to Saudi Arabia, Iran and Israel face ongoing cancellations and delays

UAE travellers face another day of flight disruption, with services to Saudi Arabia among the most affected as airlines continue to adjust schedules amid regional security concerns.

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UAE travellers face ongoing flight disruptions as airlines adjust schedules amid regional security concerns. Flights between the UAE and Iran remain suspended for Iranian carriers, while services to Israel operate under differing restrictions. Several Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia flights to Saudi Arabia have been cancelled. Etihad has cancelled all passenger and cargo flights between Abu Dhabi and Dammam (suspended through November 19) and Riyadh (suspended through November 19). Emirates continues to adjust its Saudi Arabia schedule with cancellations on selected Dubai–Riyadh and Dubai–Dammam services. flydubai is gradually restoring its Saudi Arabia network with selected flights to Gassim, Ha'il, Jeddah and Madinah scheduled. Air Arabia has cancelled selected services including Sharjah–Abha (G9195), Sharjah–Riyadh (G9151 and G9154). International carriers including IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and Qatar Airways have extended suspensions to Saudi Arabia. Passengers should confirm flight status directly with their airline before heading to the airport, as timings and operational updates can change.

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Reported by: Gulf News 13 Nov 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Gulf News →

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Gulf News (UAE).

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13 Nov 2026.

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Read the original at Gulf News: https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flights-status-update-latest-cancellations-and-delays-for-friday-november-13-1.500746024

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