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Qatar Airways profit slips as Iran war hits hub traffic

Airline flagged schedule recovery after Middle East airspace closures disrupted flights

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Qatar Airways Group today announced a post-tax profit of QAR 7.08b ($1.94b) for financial year 2025/26.

British Airways cuts flights to 7 Middle East cities

Dubai flights cut from three daily services to one amid wider Middle East schedule changes

The airline said the changes would remain in place throughout the current summer season ending on October 24, with several routes facing major reductions or temporary suspensions.

Ryanair chief predicts why US-Iran war may end soon

Ryanair warns weaker European airlines could collapse if fuel prices stay high

Michael O'Leary is gunning for a fight... and he is willing to use all available means. The Ryanair chief plans to legally tackle any move by EU to unilaterally help national airlines.

Why Etihad is adding more A380 flights to Paris

Triple-daily Abu Dhabi-Paris flights to include two Airbus A380 services from July

Etihad Airways is increasing Airbus A380 services to Paris as demand for Europe travel rises this summer.

Massive Emirates projects shaping Dubai South now

Engineering hubs, crew housing and training centres are part of Emirates’ Dubai South push

Emirates is ramping up investments across Dubai South as the airline prepares for its long-term future at DWC.

Saudi budget airline adds first India route

Daily Riyadh-Hyderabad flights begin July 1 as flyadeal expands into India

Hyderabad becomes flyadeal’s first destination in India. The airline also indicated that a second Indian route will be announced soon.

More jobs as Emirates builds $5.1b engineering hub

World's largest MRO facility at DWC to overhaul jets, repaint planes and convert cabins

The ceremonial ground breaking of Emirates' new engineering facility at Dubai South in the presence of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates airline and Group.

Philippine Airlines extends Mideast flight suspension

Dubai flights cancelled until August 2, Doha services halted until end of June

Philippine Airlines has temporarily suspended Middle East flights until August due to overall airspace safety concerns

Heathrow traffic drops 5% as war hits travel demand

Transfer passengers rose as travellers rerouted flights through London Heathrow

Staff (R-in uniform) from Qatar Airways help assist people with questions at their check-in area at London Heathrow Airport in west London on March 1, 2026, as flights are severely disrupted following the US and Israel's strikes on Iran. Photo used for illustrative purposes.

Etihad just launched a big summer flight sale

Discounted fares are available on flights to over 40 destinations until May 14

From Greek islands to Zanzibar — Etihad’s latest sale covers over 40 destinations.

Kuwait Airways reschedules flights in May

Flights rescheduled amid move from Dammam to Kuwait

The airline said current operations remain partial, with flights running from Terminal 4 for between eight and 10 hours daily.

Where UAE travellers are flying for Eid and summer

Passengers adopt cautious optimism as airlines restore flights after weeks of disruption

The mood across the travel sector this week could best be described as careful optimism.

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