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Arabian Post
7 hours ago
- Business
- Arabian Post
UAE Carriers Ground Middle‑East Services Amid Israel–Iran Strikes
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport remains closed with no clear reopening date, while Iran, Iraq and Jordan have shut their airspace and forced rerouting, cancellations and suspensions across the region. Abu Dhabi-based Etihad has cancelled its Tel Aviv flights until 30 June, with several Beirut and Amman services rerouted. Emirates has suspended routes to Tehran, Baghdad and Basra until at least 30 June, and flights to Amman and Beirut through 22 June. Flydubai has halted operations to Iran, Iraq, Israel and Syria until 30 June. Air Arabia and Wizz Air Abu Dhabi have also imposed temporary bans or schedule alterations for various Middle‑East destinations. A UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs advisory urges citizens and residents to closely monitor airline updates and remain in touch with Twajudi, the national consular registration system for managing potential evacuations. ADVERTISEMENT Regional airports are adapting under pressure. Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah have filed emergency plans to minimise disruption, deploying field teams and enhanced passenger support to handle thousands of affected travellers. Europe-bound flights are now navigating narrow air corridors via Turkey and Egypt, adding hours to journey times, increasing fuel consumption and driving up operational costs amid rising Brent crude prices. Why airspace closures are widening disruption Closure of airspace over Israel, Iran, Iraq, Jordan and Syria forces airlines to detail-call costly detours. Regional carriers like Emirates, Etihad and flydubai are most affected, but even Western carriers—Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, Ryanair, Wizz Air—have suspended affected routes through summer. The cascading effect on schedules includes over 1,800 Europe-bound flight disruptions, approximately 650 cancellations, and delays across transatlantic routes. Airlines have expanded rerouting through Central Asia and the Mediterranean — and passengers are incurring higher ticket prices and longer travel times. Passenger assistance measures Major UAE carriers are offering rebookings, refunds or credits. Etihad and Emirates are assisting passengers with alternate routing, and flydubai has pledged support for stranded individuals. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has suspended flights to Tel Aviv through 15 September, offering full refunds or rebooking. Safety remains top priority amid military skirmishes. EASA flagged high risks over conflict zones following missile exchanges between Israel and Iran, aligning with airspace closures through October in Syria and ongoing risks in Lebanon and Jordan. Wider implications for aviation and tourism Analysts warn disruptions may prolong as long-range military assets remain in play—fueling concerns about further airspace restrictions. Already, the Middle-East tourism boom has stalled, with summer travel projections for 2025 downgraded across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Airlines are adjusting summer schedules and revising revenue forecasts amid cascading delays and costlier operations. Governments and aviation bodies are in emergency sessions. The UAE's aviation regulator is coordinating with international counterparts, while civil aviation agencies across Europe are recalibrating route permissions and contingency plans—potentially impacting global air connectivity for weeks. Passengers are urged to monitor developments, confirm flight statuses directly with airlines or travel agents and consider flexible booking options as markets remain volatile.
Emirates Woman
a day ago
- Emirates Woman
Live: Several flights cancelled, UAE launches emergency airport response plan
Major UAE airlines including Emirates, flydubai, Etihad, Wizz Air and Air Arabia have extended flight cancellations and suspensions due to ongoing airspace restrictions and regional instability. The latest updates as of June 19 show continued disruptions across multiple routes. The UAE has issues an emergency airport response plan that is currently in place to ensure the safety of passengers affected by the ongoing situation, to ensure smooth traveling for them. Important Notice from #UAEMoFA to UAE nationals, residents, and visitors regarding flight schedules. #Twajudi — MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) June 14, 2025 Emirates has prolonged its flight cancellations to several key Middle Eastern destinations. Flights to Amman in Jordan and Beirut in Lebanon remain suspended until June 22, while services to Tehran in Iran along with Baghdad and Basra in Iraq are cancelled until June 30. The airline has confirmed that passengers with connecting flights to these destinations will not be accepted for travel until further notice. Affected travelers are being advised to rebook through their travel agents or via Emirates' Manage Booking portal, and to check for real-time updates on the airline's official website. flydubai has also adjusted its cancellation timeline for several routes. Flights to Jordan, Lebanon and Syria are suspended until June 16, with some routes expected to resume gradually. Services to Minsk in Belarus and St. Petersburg in Russia remain cancelled until June 17, while flights to Iran, Iraq and Israel are suspended until June 20. Passengers are encouraged to verify their flight status through flydubai's website or by contacting the airline's 24/7 call center. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emirates (@emirates) Etihad Airways has taken a mixed approach, resuming some routes while extending cancellations for others. The airline has cancelled all flights to Tel Aviv through June 17, with the situation remaining under review. However, services to Amman and Beirut resumed on June 15 with revised schedules. The airline has emphasized that transit passengers traveling to suspended destinations will not be accepted, and has directed customers to its website for the latest updates. Low-cost carriers Wizz Air and Air Arabia continue to experience significant disruptions. Wizz Air has suspended all flights to Tel Aviv and Amman until June 20, offering affected passengers free rebooking options or refunds. Air Arabia cancelled numerous flights to Iran, Iraq, Russia and several Central Asian countries between June 13-14, and is not accepting any transit passengers to these destinations. Affected flydubai passengers can reach out to the flydubai Contact Centre (+971 600 54 44 45), visit the flydubai Travel Shop, or contact their travel agents for assistance. A Dubai Airports spokesperson confirmed the disruptions, stating: 'Due to the closure of airspace over Iran, Iraq, Jordan, and Syria, some flights at DXB and DWC were cancelled or delayed. We are working with airlines to minimise inconvenience to passengers.' Dubai Airports has issued an advisory confirming ongoing delays and cancellations at both Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International (DWC). Travelers are being advised to allow additional time for check-in and security procedures, and to monitor their flight status regularly through airline websites. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images & Feature Image: Pinterest
Time Out Dubai
4 days ago
- Time Out Dubai
UAE flight cancellations: Etihad, Air Arabia, Emirates and flydubai disrupted
Travellers flying out of the United Arab Emirates are likely to face disruption following the suspensions of multiple routes in the region. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urged all UAE nationals, residents and visitors to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. Flights from Dubai International Airport, Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport, Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah International Airport have all been disrupted. Important Notice from #UAEMoFA to UAE nationals, residents, and visitors regarding flight schedules. #Twajudi — MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) June 14, 2025 UAE flight cancellations: Dubai (Credit: Emirates) DXB-based airlines Emirates and flydubai have cancelled flights across the region following the closure of airspace. Emirates has temporarily suspended all flights to and from Iraq, Iran, Jordan and Lebanon. Until Sunday June 22, the DXB-based airline has suspended flights to Amman in Jordan and Beirut in Lebanon. And until Monday June 30, Emirates has suspended flights to Basra and Baghdad in Iraq in addition to Tehran in Iran. Emirates passengers with connecting flights through Dubai with final destinations in Iraq, Iran, Jordan, Lebanon or with further flydubai connections to suspended destinations will not be accepted for travel at their point of origin until further notice. flydubai has confirmed that its flight schedule continues to be affected by the ongoing situation in the region. A statement by the Dubai-based carrier said that the safety of passengers remains its highest priority. The airline's services to Jordan and Lebanon will resume in the daytime from Tuesday June 17, but nighttime flights are still suspended. A spokesperson said: 'Our flight schedule continues to be impacted by the ongoing situation in the region, resulting in flight cancellations, rerouting and delays due to congestion in air corridors. 'flydubai flights to Iran, Iraq, Israel and Syria remain suspended until Friday June 20. 'We are also closely monitoring the situation in Jordan and Lebanon, and flights to these destinations will resume as daytime operations from Tuesday June 17. 'We have reinstated flights across our network where conditions permit and we continue to monitor and review our operations as the situation evolves. 'We apologise for the inconvenience caused to our passengers and appreciate their understanding during this time. The safety of our passengers and crew remains our highest priority.' (Credit: DXB) On Friday June 13, the latest statement issued by Dubai Airports confirmed that flight operations were cancelled or delayed from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). The spokesperson said: 'Dubai Airports confirms that some flights at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) were cancelled or delayed due to the closure of airspace over Iran, Iraq, Jordan and Syria in the early hours of 13 June. 'Dubai Airports is working with airlines and service partners to minimise inconvenience to our guests.' UAE flight cancellations: Abu Dhabi Credit: Zayed International Airport On Sunday June 15, Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi warned of flight disruptions extending to Monday June 16. On X, formerly Twitter, the airport explained that there will be disruptions at AUH due to ongoing airspace closures. Passengers have been advised to check with their airlines for the latest travel information before heading to the airport. ⚠️Update: Due to ongoing airspace closures, flight disruptions at AUH-including delays & cancellations-are expected to continue on Sunday, 15 and Monday, 16 June. Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest travel information before heading to the airport. — Zayed International Airport (@AUH) June 15, 2025 Etihad has warned that several services face disruption due to airspace closures. In a travel update on its website, the airline has said that it is closely monitoring the situation. A statement said: 'Flights between Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Tel Aviv, Israel (TLV) have been cancelled until 22 June. Etihad continues to experience disruption to several services due to airspace closures and the ongoing regional situation. Additionally, Etihad continues to re-route several flights in response to restricted airspace in parts of the Middle East. Etihad is closely monitoring airspace and security updates in coordination with the relevant authorities. This remains a developing situation, and some disruption and delays may be expected in the coming days.' (Credit: Air Arabia) Air Arabia, which flies from Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi, has temporarily suspended all flights to five countries. In its latest flight update on Sunday June 15, the airline said other flights are experiencing delays or rerouting as a result. The suspended routes are as follows: Iran: Until and including Monday June 30 2025 Until and including Monday June 30 2025 Iraq: Until and including Monday June 30 2025 Until and including Monday June 30 2025 Jordan: Until and including Monday June 16 2025 Until and including Monday June 16 2025 Lebanon: Until and including Monday June 16 2025 Until and including Monday June 16 2025 Russia: Until and including Monday June 16 2025 Air Arabia passengers connecting through Abu Dhabi with final destinations in Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon or Russia will not be accepted for travel at their point of origin until further updates are given. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has not officially confirmed any cancellations as of Monday June 16. UAE flight cancellations: Sharjah Sharjah International Airport (Credit: WAM) Sharjah International Airport has urged all passengers to regularly check for flight updates following cancellations and delays. The latest statement from the airport, issued on Friday June 13, encouraged travellers to contact their airlines directly to confirm the status of their flight. The statement said: 'Sharjah Airport advises all passengers to regularly check their flight updates, as several cancellations and delays have been reported today due to airspace closures in certain regions. 'Sharjah Airport reassures passengers that it is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with relevant authorities and is implementing all necessary operational measures to maintain the highest standards of safety and service.' Air Arabia passengers connecting through Sharjah with final destinations in Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon or Russia will not be accepted for travel at their point of origin until further updates are given. This article was last updated on Monday June 16 at 11.58am
Yemen Online
6 days ago
- Yemen Online
Travel alert issued for Emiratis and UAE residents
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory for UAE citizens due to the latest developments in the Middle East. In a post on social media, the ministry called on Emiratis, residents and visitors to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. No US-Iran nuclear talks on Sunday, says Oman LatestNo US-Iran nuclear talks on Sunday, says Oman Read More Emiratis in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Iran and Israel have been urged to register with the Twajudi, a government service to support nationals abroad and to help co-ordinate repatriation in an emergency or crisis. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory for UAE citizens due to the latest developments in the Middle East. In a post on social media, the ministry called on Emiratis, residents and visitors to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. Emiratis in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Iran and Israel have been urged to register with the Twajudi, a government service to support nationals abroad and to help co-ordinate repatriation in an emergency or crisis. Tension across the Middle East escalated sharply on Friday after Israel launched a wave of strikes on Iran, killing senior military officials and attacking nuclear facilities. Iran responded with retaliatory missile attacks on Israel into Saturday morning. As the situation deteriorated, Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport was closed, with the UAE's Etihad Airways announcing the cancellation of services to and from Tel Aviv. 'Etihad Airways is experiencing disruption to several services across the region due to airspace closures and the continuing regional situation,' Etihad's duty media officer told The National in a statement on Saturday. Travellers transiting through Abu Dhabi to connect to cancelled flights will also not be accepted for travel from their point of origin. 'This remains a developing situation which is likely to cause some disruption and delays over the coming days. Etihad is continuously monitoring airspace and security updates in close co-ordination with the relevant authorities,' the Abu Dhabi based airline said. Dubai-based Emirates also cancelled flights to and from Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Iran.
Gulf Insider
6 days ago
- Gulf Insider
Israel-Iran Strikes: UAE Issues Urgent Travel Alert Amid Mideast Flight Disruptions
The UAE has issued an urgent travel advisory, calling on all Emirati nationals, residents, and visitors to check with their airlines for the latest flight schedules as ongoing regional tensions continue to disrupt air travel across the Middle East. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) published the advisory on Saturday, urging travelers to remain vigilant and stay informed about rapidly changing flight statuses in light of the evolving security situation. The advisory is particularly aimed at UAE nationals currently residing in or travelling to Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, and Israel. 'In light of ongoing regional developments and the impact on flights, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) calls on UAE nationals, residents, and visitors to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules,' the Ministry said in a statement. The Ministry also urged Emiratis in affected countries to register for the 'Twajudi' service — a consular registration system designed to help UAE authorities track and assist citizens abroad during emergencies. 'The Ministry also urges UAE nationals currently staying in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, and Israel to register on the 'Twajudi' service and to contact the Ministry in case of emergencies at 0097180024,' the advisory added. The advisory follows widespread flight cancellations and rerouting by Emirates and Etihad Airways, the UAE's two major carriers, due to escalating instability and temporary airspace closures. Emirates Airlines has suspended several flights to and from Iraq, Iran, Jordan, and Lebanon between June 13 and 15. Affected destinations include Basra, Baghdad, Tehran, Amman, and connecting through Dubai to these cities — including those with onward connections via flydubai — are advised that they will not be accepted for travel until further notice. Emirates travelers are encouraged to: Check flight status at Contact Emirates offices or travel agents for rebooking Update contact details via the 'Manage Your Booking' portal Meanwhile, Etihad Airways has also cancelled several services due to regional airspace restrictions: June 14–16: Flights between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv, and Abu Dhabi and Amman, are suspended June 14: Flights between Abu Dhabi and Beirut (EY583/EY584) are cancelled Other flights are being rerouted, and passengers transiting through Abu Dhabi to the affected destinations will not be allowed to board at their original departure points Etihad passengers are advised to check for updates at or call +971 600 555 666. Both airlines emphasized that passenger safety remains the top priority, and travelers should remain alert for further changes or cancellations in the coming days. The disruptions were triggered by a flare-up between Israel and Iran, leading Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon to close their airspace on Friday — causing widespread cancellations and grounding of international flights. By Saturday, officials in all three countries confirmed the reopening of their airspace: Jordan reopened its airspace at 7:30 am (0430 GMT), according to Haitham Misto, Chairman of the Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission reopened its airspace at 7:30 am (0430 GMT), according to Haitham Misto, Chairman of the Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission Lebanon 's Transport Minister Fayez Rassamni announced the resumption of flights at 10:00 am (0700 GMT) 's Transport Minister Fayez Rassamni announced the resumption of flights at 10:00 am (0700 GMT) Syria's aviation authority also confirmed a similar reopening for civilian air traffic The situation remains fluid, and travelers are advised to stay updated via official airline channels and government advisories.
