UAE Airlines Cancel Flights Amid Regional Unrest
- Publish date: Wednesday، 02 October 2024 | Last update: Tuesday، 10 December 2024
Major UAE airlines are suspending services to Iraq, Iran, and Jordan due to safety concerns.
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Due to rising tensions in the region, Emirates has announced the cancellation of flights to Iraq, Iran, and Jordan for Wednesday and Thursday, October 2 and 3, 2024. Flydubai is also suspending its flights to these countries, along with Israel.
Flight Cancellations Confirmed
Emirates' official statement confirmed that all flights to and from Basra and Baghdad in Iraq, Tehran in Iran, and Amman in Jordan are canceled on these dates. Additionally, several flights, including those from Dubai to Bahrain (EK 837/838), Kuwait (EK855/86), London (EK31/32), and Muscat (EK866/867), will also not operate.
Passengers connecting through Dubai to these destinations will not be allowed to travel from their starting points until further notice. Those affected are advised to reach out to their travel agents or Emirates directly for rebooking options.
Flydubai Adjustments
Flydubai has also been impacted by the closure of some airspace. Flights to Amman and Ankara have returned to Dubai, while other flights to Jordan, Iraq, Israel, and Iran (excluding Bandar Abbas, Kish, and Lar) are also canceled for October 2 and 3.
Travelers are encouraged to check the Flydubai website for real-time updates on their flights, as the airline continues to monitor the situation and adjust schedules as necessary.
Stay Updated
Both Emirates and Flydubai are keeping a close watch on developments in the region and are in constant contact with authorities. Passengers flying through Dubai International Airport should check their flight statuses regularly for the latest information.
For anyone planning to travel in the coming days, staying informed and checking flight statuses is crucial.