Archive · 19 Jul 2026
UAE Airlines Cancel Flights Amid US-Iran Tensions
Some airlines in the UAE have cancelled flights to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia because of tensions between the US and Iran.
This is making travel a bit tricky.
Airlines like Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, and flydubai have stopped some flights.
If you're planning to travel, it's a good idea to check if your flight is still happening, get to the airport early, and keep an eye out for any changes.
The airlines are also offering help with rebooking or refunds if your flight is cancelled.
So, even though there are some problems, they're trying to make things as smooth as possible for travellers.
UAE airlines have cancelled several flights to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia due to regional security concerns.
Affected airlines include Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, and flydubai.
Passengers are advised to check their flight status, arrive early, and stay updated on changes.
Airlines are offering rebooking and refund options for cancelled flights.
International airlines are also monitoring the situation and adjusting their UAE schedules.
- Who
- UAE airlines (Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, flydubai) and passengers
- What
- Flight cancellations and schedule adjustments due to regional security concerns
- When
- July 19 and 20, 2026
- Where
- UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah), Kuwait, Saudi Arabia (Abha)
- Why
- Ongoing US-Iran conflict and wider regional security concerns
Airlines' Perspective
Passengers' Perspective
Flight Cancellations
Airlines' Perspective
Airlines are cancelling flights and adjusting schedules due to operational reasons and regional security concerns.
Passengers' Perspective
Passengers are facing inconvenience and need to check flight statuses, arrive early, and stay updated on changes.
Rebooking and Refunds
Airlines' Perspective
Airlines are offering rebooking and refund options for cancelled flights, subject to ticket conditions.
Passengers' Perspective
Passengers need to update their contact details to receive the latest travel information and assistance with rebooking.
- Airlines Affected
- Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, flydubai
- Routes Disrupted
- UAE-Kuwait, UAE-Saudi Arabia (Abha)
- Cancelled Flights (Emirates)
- EK853, EK854, EK855, EK856, EK857, EK858, EK860
- Cancelled Flights (Etihad Airways)
- EY653, EY654
- Cancelled Flights (Air Arabia)
- G9068, G9124, G9121, 3L020, 3L022, G9069, G9125, G9122
- Cancelled Flights (flydubai)
- FZ811
- Advice to Passengers
- Check flight status, arrive early, stay updated on changes