Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai flight status and cancellations

Dubai: Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai are continuing to operate services, but passengers on some Gulf routes are still facing cancellations and delays as airlines navigate ongoing regional security concerns.

The disruption comes as the war with Iran passes the six-month mark, with no breakthrough in sight.

While some restrictions in the Gulf have eased and airlines are moving towards restoring services, several international carriers continue to suspend flights to Dubai and other Middle East destinations well into the autumn.

For UAE travellers, the message remains the same: do not rely solely on a route being listed as scheduled. Check your specific flight number before leaving for the airport.

The war with Iran passed its six-month mark on Friday, with diplomatic efforts yet to produce a breakthrough.

American diplomats and some family members have begun returning to US embassies in the Middle East, while Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain lifted restrictions during the week.

At sea, US Central Command said 82 commercial vessels had been redirected under the US blockade, adding another layer of uncertainty to regional transport and supply chains.

Diplomatically, Iran’s foreign minister said negotiations remain possible if Washington drops its pressure campaign.

The wider regional situation continues to be closely watched by airlines because of its potential impact on airspace, routes and operations across the Gulf.

Emirates

Emirates continues to operate services from Dubai, although some flights remain affected.

For Dubai-Bahrain services, EK837 is cancelled, while EK839 is scheduled to operate.

On the Dubai-Kuwait route, EK857 is scheduled to operate.

Elsewhere, EK719 from Dubai to Nairobi is delayed.

Passengers are advised to check the latest updates through Emirates’ official channels before travelling.

Etihad

Etihad’s services between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain and Kuwait are mostly operating normally, with no major cancellations reported in the supplied update.

On Abu Dhabi-Bahrain:

On Abu Dhabi-Kuwait:

Passengers should nevertheless check their individual flight status before travelling, as schedules can change at short notice.

Air Arabia

Air Arabia has reported cancellations on several Gulf services.

The affected flights include:

Travellers booked on these services should check their individual booking and flight status before travelling to the airport.

flydubai

flydubai is also reporting delays.

FZ739 from Dubai to Ashgabat is delayed, while the supplied update also lists FZ1449 from Dubai to Salzburg.

The airline advises passengers departing Dubai to allow at least four hours before departure, complete online check-in where available and check their flight status before travelling.

Other Dubai flights

Several other services listed in the update are also affected.

These include:

Travellers should check their individual flight number rather than assuming that all services on a particular route are affected.

Several other flights listed at Dubai International Airport have also been delayed or cancelled.

Several international carriers continue to suspend or restrict Middle East services, with some cancellations extending into October and beyond:

The continuing regional security situation remains the key factor behind airlines reviewing their schedules and operations.

The situation around the Strait of Hormuz is another concern for carriers operating across the Gulf, with restrictions on shipping adding to wider regional uncertainty.

This means a flight that appears scheduled can still be subject to an operational change, including a delay or cancellation, depending on developments.

For passengers, that makes the individual flight status more important than simply checking whether a route is operating.

There is another factor UAE travellers need to consider: Dubai’s airports are getting busier as the post-summer travel rush gathers pace.

Dubai authorities are increasing operational readiness across airport platforms and checkpoints as residents and visitors return from their summer holidays.

That means passengers should factor in additional time not only for their flight but also for the journey to the airport, check-in, security and immigration.

For passengers flying with flydubai, the airline is specifically advising travellers departing Dubai to allow at least four hours before departure.

For UAE passengers flying today, the simplest precaution is to check the status of the specific flight number before leaving home.

Travellers should: