UAE flight status March 7: Limited flights, schedules, rebooking, refunds, and updates

As the UAE continues to navigate ongoing regional tensions following the US‑Israel–Iran conflict, airport and airline operations are gradually resuming across the country.

Emirates has resume operations after a brief pause. Passengers with confirmed bookings for this afternoon’s flights may proceed to the airport, including those transiting through Dubai, provided their connecting flight is also operating.

Over the past several days, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah airports have handled thousands of flights under strict safety measures, while major carriers—including Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, and flydubai—have resumed limited schedules.

Travellers are advised to hold confirmed tickets and check with airlines before heading to airports. Access is currently restricted to confirmed passengers only to ensure smooth operations and manage passenger flow.

Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum (DWC) have reopened for limited flights following a temporary halt in operations.

Passengers are advised not to travel unless they have confirmed bookings, as schedules remain subject to change. Airlines continue to provide updates through official channels.

Over 84 hours from March 2–5, Dubai Airports managed more than 1,140 flights at Dubai International and Al Maktoum International, including over 500 outbound flights to more than 80 countries, offering more than 105,000 seats.

Major carriers, including Etihad, Air Arabia, and flydubai, have resumed limited operations. Emirates has resume flights after a brief pause. Passengers with confirmed bookings for this afternoon’s flights may proceed to the airport, including those transiting through Dubai, if their connecting flight is operating.

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and Fujairah have resumed limited operations, with passengers urged to follow official updates and rebooking instructions. 

Etihad Airways has released its latest flight schedule and is accommodating passengers with existing bookings. Tickets remain available online, but travellers are advised not to go to the airport unless their booking is confirmed or they have been contacted by the airline.

Passengers with tickets issued before February 28 for travel up to March 21 can rebook free of charge until May 15 or request refunds online or through travel agents. Due to high call volumes, customers are encouraged to manage bookings online.

The airline said safety remains the top priority, with flights operating only after strict assessments and in coordination with authorities. Services remain subject to airspace conditions, with more destinations to be added as permitted.

Emirates has resumed flight operations after temporarily suspending services to and from Dubai International Airport. Passengers with confirmed bookings for this afternoon’s flights may proceed to the airport, including those transiting through Dubai, provided their connecting flight is also operating.

Limited flights in and out of Dubai have resumed. Passengers should only travel with confirmed bookings and check flight status before heading to the airport. Rebooking options are available for travel between February 28 and March 31, with no extra charges. Customers are advised to use the website, app, Contact Centre, Travel Shops, or their travel agents for bookings and updates.

Air Arabia has resumed a limited number of flights from Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah to key destinations. Passengers with cancelled flights can rebook with a free date change within 15 days, receive a full voucher, or get a full refund. Bookings can be managed via the airline’s website, mobile app, or travel agents, and travellers are advised to check flight status and ensure contact details are up to date. The airline emphasises that the safety of passengers and crew remains the highest priority.

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Airlines confirm that passenger and crew safety remains paramount, and operations continue only once all safety and security criteria are met amid ongoing regional tensions.

Yes. Airlines allow penalty-free rebooking within specified travel windows:

Full refunds are available for cancelled flights, including unused portions of multi-leg trips. Use airline-specific online forms or contact your travel agent.

No. Only travel if the airline has contacted you with a confirmed booking.

For many cancelled flights, online rebooking may be limited. Contact the airline or your travel agent for help.

Transit passengers are accepted only if connecting flights are operating. Airlines manage rebookings for same-airline connections.

Yes. Programs like Emirates Skywards or Etihad Guest will credit miles according to the original ticket once travel is completed.

Use the airline website, mobile app, Customer Centre, or travel agent depending on your booking method. Always ensure contact details are up to date.