UAE travel alert: US, UK, Canada, Australia renew warnings for Middle East as Etihad, Qatar Airways update flights

Dubai: Travellers flying to and from the UAE today are being urged to check their flight status before leaving for the airport after the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia renewed travel advisories warning that the security situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable and could lead to flight disruptions.

The updated advisories come as airlines across the region continue to adjust schedules.

Etihad Airways has extended cancellations on selected Bahrain and Kuwait routes, while flydubai has cancelled one Bahrain service.

Although operations at UAE airports remain largely normal, passengers are being advised to stay in close contact with their airlines and monitor the latest travel updates.

The US Department of State continues to maintain a Worldwide Caution, warning American citizens of a "complex security environment" and the potential for further escalation in the Middle East.

The advisory urges travellers to be prepared for:

It also notes that some airlines have postponed resuming services or cancelled routes, advising passengers to check directly with their airline before travelling.

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) continues to advise that, despite the memorandum of understanding announced between the US and Iran, the security situation remains unpredictable and attacks could resume with little warning.

British nationals are advised to:

The FCDO also warns that airports and other civilian infrastructure have previously been affected during periods of regional tension.

The Government of Canada continues to advise against non-essential travel to the UAE.

Its latest advisory warns that renewed missile and drone attacks in the region could result in further flight cancellations and travel disruptions.

Canadian authorities also remind travellers that photographing or sharing images of military facilities or security incidents may lead to severe penalties under local laws.

Australia says the security environment remains volatile and advises Australians in the region to leave while commercial flights continue to operate, if it is safe to do so.

The advisory warns that military activity could continue to affect airline schedules and urges travellers to monitor developments closely.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has extended its Conflict Zone Information Bulletin until August 31.

The agency continues to advise operators to exercise extreme caution over parts of the Gulf due to the ongoing risk posed by missile and drone activity, military operations and potential falling debris.

Etihad has extended the cancellation of flights EY653 and EY654 between Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport and Kuwait International Airport until July 26 due to operational reasons.

Flights between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain also remain cancelled until July 25.

Passengers affected are advised to ensure their contact details are up to date so they receive flight notifications by SMS or email.

Emirates is operating its schedule, although a small number of services continue to experience delays.

flydubai has cancelled:

Passengers are advised to check their flight status before travelling to the airport.

Air Arabia has cancelled

Qatar Airways has extended the temporary suspension of passenger flights to:

The suspension will remain in place until July 31.

Passengers with bookings on affected airlines should check directly with carriers for refund, rebooking or travel waiver options.

Due to airspace restrictions and security concerns in parts of the region, some international flights are being rerouted.

Travellers may experience:

If you are travelling from the UAE today: