Air France has extended the suspension of its flights to and from Dubai until August 18, citing the evolving security situation in the Middle East and airspace restrictions.

Air France extends Dubai flight suspension again

Flights to Dubai, Beirut and Riyadh remain suspended as airline monitors regional security

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Dubai tops global airport rankings again in August 2026

Airport schedules 4.54 million outbound international seats, up 4.4% from July

The airport recorded a 4.4% increase in scheduled international seat capacity compared with July, adding around 190,000 seats month on month.

Emirates SkyCargo sees UK exports climb 11%

Carrier transported 57,000 tonnes of UK exports as aerospace, pharma, food shipments grew

Emirates SkyCargo transported more than 57,000 tonnes of UK exports during the 2025-26 financial year, with British food, pharmaceuticals and aerospace components among the key products shipped through its Dubai hub to markets worldwide.

Why UAE families are changing travel plans this August

Travellers opt for flexi dates, indirect flights as fares stay high before schools reopen

Passengers disembark at Dubai International Airport Terminal 1 as UAE families return from their summer holidays. Travel agents say strong back-to-school demand, higher fuel costs and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty are keeping airfares from India to the UAE elevated.

UAE airlines expand global network with 24 new routes

Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia expand UAE's global aviation hub

Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia expand with new routes to Europe, Asia and Africa, reinforcing the UAE’s role as a key global aviation hub by 2027.

Ex-IATA chief Willie Walsh officially takes IndiGo helm

Veteran aviation executive to lead IndiGo's global expansion and next phase of growth

Walsh's move to IndiGo also marks the end of his tenure at the International Air Transport Association (IATA), where he served as Director General before stepping down this year.

Travelling today? UAE airlines issue flight updates

Flight schedules change amid peak summer travel; passengers urged to check updates

Passengers urged to check UAE flight status as Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia adjust schedules

UAE holds 57% of Boeing orders in Middle East

National carriers drive demand with more than 530 aircraft on order

The UAE has more than 530 aircraft on order out of 938 outstanding Boeing orders across the Middle East, according to Boeing's latest 2026 data.

Canada travel: WestJet strike cancels over 300 flights

Ground pay dispute grounds hundreds of WestJet flights over holiday weekend

WestJet flight attendants strike over pay and ground duties, canceling hundreds of flights over holiday weekend

UAE flight updates: Airline schedules and cancellations

US issues Middle East travel warning as UAE airports hit summer peak

UAE travellers: Etihad, Emirates and Air Arabia cancel and reschedule flights amid regional tensions

Jazeera Airways expands to 29 weekly UAE flights

Carrier adds Abu Dhabi and Al Ain flights while maintaining three daily Dubai services

Jazeera Airways expands UAE network to 29 weekly flights from August 10

Emirates hiring: How much do pilots earn in Dubai?

Inside Emirates’ pilot pay: Tax-free salaries, bonuses and global perks

From base pay to layover allowances: What Emirates offers its pilots

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