Is Dubai airport closed? Here's what travelers must know after the Iran-U.S. escalation
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Airlines rushed to cancel flights and reroute aircraft on Monday after multiple Middle Eastern countries temporarily closed their airspace in response to Iran's missile strike on the U.S.
military base at Al Udeid in Doha. The attack came after the U.S. launched strikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities on Sunday. While no casualties were reported from Iran's retaliation, the growing conflict has added new strain to global air travel.
The impact is now extending beyond the Middle East, disrupting major international routes. Flight paths that once connected Europe and eastern North America with the Indian subcontinent are becoming increasingly restricted.
On Monday, Air India announced the suspension of its flights to and from those regions, citing limited routing options due to the escalating tensions.
Is Dubai airport closed?
No, Dubai International Airport is not currently closed — but things aren't exactly running smoothly either.
On Monday evening, Dubai Airports confirmed that full operations had resumed after a temporary suspension earlier in the day, following a wave of airspace closures across the Middle East.
The geopolitical fallout has already disrupted air traffic across the region.
Dubai, home to the world's busiest international airport, briefly halted operations amid the chaos, but has since reopened. Still, travelers should brace for disruptions.
"Dubai Airports is working closely with airlines to maintain scheduled operations, but delays or cancellations may still occur," the Dubai Media Office told Gulf News, urging all passengers to check directly with their airlines for the latest updates.
Meanwhile, nearby countries including Bahrain and Kuwait also temporarily shut down their airspace before reopening it. Qatar, however, remains closed for now.
The region's skies — once packed with airliners en route between Europe, Asia, and beyond — are starting to look eerily empty. With much of the airspace from Iran and Iraq to the Mediterranean still restricted or avoided due to safety concerns, airlines like Air India have already suspended routes to and from North America and Europe.
So while Dubai is technically open, the ripple effects of the conflict are far from over — and the global aviation map is being redrawn in real-time.
The information provided in this article is based on publicly available reports and official statements as of June 24, 2025. Airspace status and flight operations are subject to rapid change due to evolving geopolitical developments. Travelers are strongly advised to consult their airlines and local authorities for the most up-to-date travel advisories and flight schedules. This article does not serve as official travel guidance or guarantee real-time accuracy amid ongoing international events.
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