Updated: August 10, 2026
Passengers flying from the UAE today should check their UAE flights Cancelled before heading to the airport, as several airlines have reported cancellations, delays and route changes affecting selected services.
The latest updates involve Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia and flydubai. Some international airlines are also continuing to suspend or reduce services to Dubai and other destinations amid ongoing regional airspace and security concerns.
UAE Flights Cancelled Today
Flight schedules remain subject to change, so passengers should check directly with their airline before travelling. Airlines are also warning that some flights may take longer because of changes to flight routes.
Emirates flight cancellations and delays
Emirates’ Dubai-Bahrain and Dubai-Kuwait services remain unavailable. The airline is also reporting delays on selected international routes.
Flight EK141 from Dubai to Madrid has been delayed, while Emirates has reported additional delays affecting flights to and from Shanghai and Hangzhou because of adverse weather associated with Typhoon Dolphin.
Passengers should check their individual booking through the airline’s official flight-status service before leaving for Dubai International Airport.
Etihad flight cancellations
Etihad Airways has cancelled flights between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain for operational reasons.
The airline has also cancelled EY653 and EY654 between Abu Dhabi and Kuwait, with no restart date specified in the latest update. Gulf News
Travellers booked on affected flights should check their booking and contact Etihad for the latest information about their journey.
Air Arabia cancellations
Air Arabia has also cancelled several services.
The affected routes include flights from Sharjah to Kuwait, Bahrain and Doha, as well as an Abu Dhabi-Kuwait service.
Passengers travelling from Sharjah or Abu Dhabi should check their flight number directly through Air Arabia before travelling to the airport.
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flydubai flight update
flydubai continues to operate services on its network, although individual flights may be affected by delays or changes.
The latest update reports that FZ909 from Dubai to Jeddah has been delayed. Gulf News
Passengers should check the airline’s live flight tracker for the latest departure information.
Other UAE flights affected
The latest aviation update also reports disruption involving other airlines.
Air India Express has cancelled its Dubai-Kannur flight, while an Airblue service between Dubai and Multan has also been affected. Gulf News
This means passengers should not rely only on general airport schedules. Checking the airline’s own notification and flight tracker is particularly important when travelling today.
Why are UAE flights being affected?
The latest disruptions are linked to a combination of regional security concerns, airspace restrictions, operational changes and weather conditions on some routes.
Airlines avoiding certain parts of regional airspace may need to take longer routes. As a result, passengers can experience longer flight times, extended connections and possible last-minute schedule changes.
The National also reported that Emirates’ Bahrain and Kuwait services remain suspended, while Etihad and Qatar Airways have resumed some regional operations. The National
What should UAE passengers do today?
If you are flying from the UAE today:
- Check your flight status before leaving home.
- Check your airline’s website or app again shortly before departure.
- Keep your phone number and email updated with the airline.
- Allow additional time to reach the airport.
- Do not travel to the airport based only on an old itinerary.
- If your flight is cancelled, contact the airline or travel agent about rebooking.
- Check your connecting flights separately if you are travelling through another airport.
Emirates also advises passengers travelling during the busy summer period to arrive at least three hours before departure and allow additional time for airport procedures. Emirates
Important reminder for UAE travellers
Today’s cancellations do not mean all UAE flights are suspended. Many services continue to operate, but individual routes and flight schedules can change quickly.
The safest approach is to check your specific flight number directly with the airline before leaving for the airport. Airlines can make further changes during the day depending on operational, security and weather conditions.
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