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Time Out Dubai
6 days ago
- Time Out Dubai
UAE airlines: Emirates to resume full operations, Wizz Air to cancel all flights; Air Arabia, flydubai and Etihad resume full operations
This article was last updated at 4.20pm on Wednesday July 16. All major UAE airlines will return to a full flight schedule later this week, it has been revealed. Flights from Dubai International Airport, Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport, Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah International Airport have all been disrupted in recent weeks. However, operations are largely back to normal in the UAE, with Emirates set to resume its route to Tehran on Friday July 18. UAE flight cancellations: Dubai Following a temporary closure of UAE airspace on Monday June 23, Dubai Airports has since returned to normal operations as it entered its busy summer travel period. Emirates (Credit: Emirates) Emirates has announced that it will resume full operations later this week. The DXB-based airline will start flying daily to the Iranian capital of Tehran starting from Friday July 18. In a previous update, the DXB-based airline revealed that it had cancelled all flights to and from Tehran until and including Thursday July 17. But in its latest update, issued on Wednesday July 16, the airline has confirmed that customers travelling to Tehran will be accepted to travel from the point of origin. When announcing updates to the airline's flight offering in July, Emirates revealed that it has been business as usual despite disruptions to several routes. flydubai flydubai has confirmed that it has returned to full operations across its network. The DXB-based airline resumed all routes to Iran, including Bandar Abbas, Mashhad and Tehran on Friday July 4 and restarted flights to Lar and Shiraz on Saturday July 5. flydubai had recommenced travel to St. Petersburg in Russia as of Wednesday July 2. Flights to Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria are also operating. The airline will, however, continue to monitor the situation in these countries and amend its schedule where necessary. UAE flight cancellations: Abu Dhabi Credit: Zayed International Airport Zayed International Airport returns to full operations On Tuesday June 24, Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi warned that flight operations continue to face disruptions. Passengers have been advised to check with their airlines for the latest travel information before heading to the airport. However, flight operations are back to normal at the capital's airport. Etihad flights are back to the usual operating schedule but passengers should check the status of flights here before travelling to the airport. Air Arabia resumes previously suspended routes (Credit: Air Arabia) In its latest flight update on Friday July 4, Air Arabia said it has resumed previously suspended flights to Tehran, Shiraz and Lar. The previously suspended routes got back up and running on Sunday July 6. The airline has advised customers to check the website for the latest flight status updates. Anyone experiencing delays or cancellations will be notified by SMS and email. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi suspends routes until September On Thursday July 10, Wizz Air revealed that it was resuming flights to Israel a month ahead of schedule. The low-cost airline will fly to Tel Aviv from Friday August 8 instead of Friday September 15. However, Wizz Air has also announced that it will cease operations from Abu Dhabi and will no longer have a base in the UAE capital. All previously scheduled Abu Dhabi-based flights will be cancelled from Monday September 1. UAE flight cancellations: Sharjah Sharjah International Airport (Credit: WAM) In its latest flight update on Friday July 4, Sharjah-based airline Air Arabia said it has resumed previously suspended flights to Tehran, Shiraz and Lar. The previously suspended routes got back up and running on Sunday July 6. Air Arabia has also announced that it is resuming its twice-daily service between Sharjah and the Syrian capital of Damascus from Thursday July 10.
Time Out Dubai
6 days ago
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
Emirates to resume full operations as daily Tehran flights return this week
This article was last updated at 4pm on Wednesday July 16. Emirates has announced that it will resume full operations later this week. The DXB-based airline will start flying daily to the Iranian capital of Tehran starting from Friday July 18. In a previous update, the DXB-based airline revealed that it had cancelled all flights to and from Tehran until and including Thursday July 17. But in its latest update, issued on Wednesday July 16, the airline has confirmed that customers travelling to Tehran will be accepted to travel from the point of origin. Passengers holding a confirmed booking with flydubai from Dubai to Iran will also be accepted to travel from the point of origin. Read more: Flights cancelled from DXB: What you need to know if you're travelling today Emirates flights to the Iraqi city of Baghdad recommenced on Tuesday July 1, and flights to Basra followed on Wednesday July 2. The Emirates A350 (Credit: Emirates) When announcing updates to the airline's flight offering, Emirates revealed that it has been business as usual despite disruptions to several routes. In June, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had urged all UAE nationals, residents and visitors to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. The airline has requested that customers continue to check the status of flights ahead of travelling to the airport. Those who require rebooking are asked to contact their travel agency. Passengers who have booked directly with Emirates are asked to contact the airline directly. To ensure updates are sent directly, passengers should check that their contact details are correct by visiting the manage your booking section of the airline's site.
Time Out Dubai
6 days ago
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
DXB flight cancellations: Emirates to resume Iran flights; flydubai resumes full operations
This article was last updated at 4.45pm on Wednesday July 16. Airlines based at Dubai International Airport will return to full operations later this week. Operations have largely been back to normal at DXB and Al Maktoum International Airport for the past few weeks, barring a cancelled Emirates route to Tehran. Emirates has cancelled all flights to and from the Iranian capital up to and including Thursday July 17. But on Friday July 18, all operations will return to normal as the airline resumes its daily route to Tehran. If you like this: Emirates issues important travel advice ahead of busy period Emirates flights to the Iraqi capital of Baghdad recommenced on Tuesday July 1, with flights to Basra following on Wednesday July 2. flydubai had resumed all operations earlier in July. On Saturday June 14, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs had urged all UAE nationals, residents and visitors to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. Read next: UAE flight cancellations: What to know if you're travelling today Emirates to resume DXB flights to Iran (Credit: Emirates) Emirates has announced that it will resume full operations later this week. The DXB-based airline will start flying daily to the Iranian capital of Tehran starting from Friday July 18. In a previous update, the DXB-based airline revealed that it had cancelled all flights to and from Tehran until and including Thursday July 17. But in its latest update, issued on Wednesday July 16, the airline has confirmed that customers travelling to Tehran will be accepted to travel from the point of origin. Passengers holding a confirmed booking with flydubai from Dubai to Iran will also be accepted to travel from the point of origin. flydubai resumes full operations (Credit: flydubai) flydubai has confirmed that it has returned to full operations across its network. The DXB-based airline resumed all routes to Iran, including Bandar Abbas, Mashhad and Tehran on Friday July 4 and restarted flights to Lar and Shiraz on Saturday July 5. flydubai had recommenced travel to St. Petersburg in Russia as of Wednesday July 2. Flights to Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria are also operating. The airline will, however, continue to monitor the situation in these countries and amend its schedule where necessary. UAE airspace temporarily closed in June Dubai Airports has resumed full operations at its airports in the emirate following a temporary precautionary pause. The safety and wellbeing of all travellers and aviation staff remain the highest priority. While Dubai Airports is working with airlines to ensure flights operate… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) June 23, 2025 Just before midnight on Monday June 23, Dubai Media Office announced that Dubai airports had resumed 'full operations at its airports in the emirate' following a 'temporary precautionary pause' overnight'. The alert reassured that safety and wellbeing of all travellers and aviation staff remain the highest priority. Dubai International Airport is working with airlines to ensure flights operate according to schedule, some flights may experience delays or cancellations. Dubai Media Office urged travellers to 'stay informed by checking regularly with their airlines for the latest updates.'
Time Out Dubai
09-07-2025
- Time Out Dubai
Emirates reveals top trending summer getaways
Emirates has revealed the top trending summer getaways that travellers are obsessing over this year. Global booking data and search patterns on the DXB-based airline's website reveal that travellers are shifting towards new cultural experiences and off-the-beaten-track locales. Flight searches for summer travel in July and August have climbed by seven percent in general compared to last year, with travellers based in France experiencing a 35 percent rise in outbound travel searches. Vietnam has emerged as the top trending destination for Emirates customers with a 61 percent increase in interest, following the introduction of a new route to Da Nang earlier this year. You may like: New Emirates flights from Dubai for 2025 Trips to Vietnam have proven particularly popular this summer (Credit: Emirates) Island escapes to Mauritius continue to be popular among travellers, with a hike of 41 percent in flight searches, making it the second most-in-demand destination of the season. Sri Lanka ranks in third with a 32 percent increase in interest in travellers seeking a cultural getaway with pristine beaches. Japan and France continue to appeal to travellers with the East Asian nation experiencing a 28 percent spike in searches, while the European destination saw a 25 percent boost. For UAE-based travellers, travel interest has risen by 13 percent overall year-on-year for searches to destinations like Sri Lanka, Jordan, France, India, Lebanon and Morocco. (Credit: Emirates) During summer, Emirates has highlighted that there will be healthy inbound traffic to Dubai from around the globe. Solo travellers make up nearly half of all US, Indian and Australian visitors, mixing business with leisure during stays averaging just over one week. Family holidays make up the majority of all British visitors to the city, with most favouring a longer-term holiday in the UAE. Similarly, American families favour a stay of one to two weeks, while Indian families are more likely to favour a short getaway. Couples travelling for between two weeks and a month also like to travel to Dubai with younger Australian and German couples particularly favouring a long stay in the emirate. Things to do in Dubai Where to get the viral FIX chocolate in Dubai (or the best dupes if you can't) Get that sweet tooth satisfied 50 free things to do in Dubai You won't believe what you can do 47 brilliant family-friendly days out in the UAE For you and the little ones
Time Out Dubai
08-07-2025
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
DXB flight cancellations: Emirates extends Iran suspension; flydubai resumes full operations
This article was last updated at 2.15pm on Tuesday July 8. Travellers flying out of Dubai International Airport may face delays due to the extended suspension of travel on one regional route. Operations are largely back to normal at DXB and Al Maktoum International Airport but some routes continue to be disrupted. Emirates has cancelled all flights both to and from Tehran in Iran until and including Tuesday July 15. flydubai has resumed all operations meanwhile. If you like this: Emirates issues important travel advice ahead of busy period Emirates flights to the Iraqi capital of Baghdad recommenced on Tuesday July 1, with flights to Basra following on Wednesday July 2. On Saturday June 14, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs had urged all UAE nationals, residents and visitors to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. Read next: UAE flight cancellations: What to know if you're travelling today Emirates cancels DXB flights to Iran The airline has cancelled all flights both to and from Tehran in Iran until and including Tuesday July 15. If you like this: Emirates issues important travel advice ahead of busy period Emirates flights to the Iraqi capital of Baghdad recommenced on Tuesday July 1, with flights to Basra following on Wednesday July 2. Emirates passengers with connecting flights through Dubai with final destinations in Iran or with onwards flydubai connections to suspended destinations will not be accepted for travel at their point of origin until further notice. Emirates has advised its customers to contact travel agents or their local office for rebooking options. Anyone departing or arriving at DXB has been advised to check their flight status for the latest information. A statement on the Emirates website apologised for any inconvenience. The statement said: 'We apologise for any inconvenience caused to our customers. We continue to closely monitor developments. 'The safety of our passengers, employees and operations will always be our top priority.' When announcing updates to the airline's flight offering, Emirates revealed that it has been business as usual despite disruptions to several routes. flydubai resumes full operations (Credit: flydubai) flydubai has confirmed that it has returned to full operations across its network. The DXB-based airline resumed all routes to Iran, including Bandar Abbas, Mashhad and Tehran on Friday July 4 and restarted flights to Lar and Shiraz on Saturday July 5. flydubai had recommenced travel to St. Petersburg in Russia as of Wednesday July 2. Flights to Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria are also operating. The airline will, however, continue to monitor the situation in these countries and amend its schedule where necessary. UAE airspace temporarily closed in June Dubai Airports has resumed full operations at its airports in the emirate following a temporary precautionary pause. The safety and wellbeing of all travellers and aviation staff remain the highest priority. While Dubai Airports is working with airlines to ensure flights operate… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) June 23, 2025 Just before midnight on Monday June 23, Dubai Media Office announced that Dubai airports had resumed 'full operations at its airports in the emirate' following a 'temporary precautionary pause' overnight'. The alert reassured that safety and wellbeing of all travellers and aviation staff remain the highest priority. Dubai International Airport is working with airlines to ensure flights operate according to schedule, some flights may experience delays or cancellations. Dubai Media Office urged travellers to 'stay informed by checking regularly with their airlines for the latest updates.'
