Dubai International Airport (DXB) is gradually returning to normal operations, but things are still far from fully stable. Airlines based in Dubai, like Emirates, are preparing to ramp up, while flydubai continues to operate a reduced schedule.

Many major international carriers are still adjusting their routes. Flights from Europe, Asia, and the United States remain affected. Schedules change frequently, and cancellations continue.

If you're planning to travel through Dubai soon, stay informed. Double-check your flight details before heading to the airport.

Below is a summary of the latest updates from 11 major international airlines:

Air France

Air France is closely monitoring the situation and has extended its flight suspension to Dubai.

All services to and from DXB are suspended until March 31, inclusive. The April 1 return flight from Dubai is also canceled. Air France is contacting passengers directly. Flexible options are available, including free cancellations or date changes.

Air India

Air India and Air India Express have restarted some flights.

Limited (ad-hoc) flights between Dubai and Delhi

Around 32 flights were operated on March 26

Free rebooking or full refunds offered to affected passengers

British Airways

British Airways has reduced service across the region.

All Dubai flights are suspended until May 31. Other affected destinations include Amman, Bahrain, and Tel Aviv. Passengers can rebook with another airline, change travel dates, or request a full refund.

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines restores some routes.

Flights from Guangzhou and Shenzhen briefly resumed in early March. Travelers should check real-time updates before departure, as schedules may change frequently.

IndiGo

IndiGo resumes select services.

Flights operating between March 16 and 28

Around 98 weekly connections to the UAE

Routes include Delhi–Dubai and Mumbai–Dubai

Passengers advised to monitor notifications closely

KLM

KLM has paused Dubai operations.

No flights to/from DXB until May 17, 2026

Affected travelers can:

Rebook for free

Request refunds through “My Trip.”

Lufthansa Group

Lufthansa Group suspends Dubai flights widely.

There are no flights to Dubai until May 31. This includes SWISS, ITA Airways, and Austrian Airlines. Eurowings has halted Dubai routes until October 24.

Some ticket holders may qualify for refunds depending on the booking date.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways restarts limited service.

Doha–Dubai flights are running again.

For bookings between Feb 28 and April 30:

Two free date changes allowed (up to May 31)

Option for ticket refunds

Philippine Airlines

Philippine Airlines has reduced operations temporarily.

The Manila–Dubai route is suspended until at least April 30. Passengers may rebook or request refunds.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines has suspended UAE services.

No flights are currently scheduled until at least the end of March. Flexible options are available to affected passengers, including free changes, refunds, or ticket extensions (valid until June 10).

United Airlines

United Airlines faces operational impact.

Dubai flights affected through June 15

Flexible policies for affected Dubai flights include free rescheduling for certain dates, waived change fees, and full refunds for cancellations.

Final Travel Tip

Even as flights gradually return, the situation remains unpredictable. Airlines frequently update schedules, so checking your flight status directly with your carrier before traveling is absolutely essential.

If you travel through Dubai soon, allow extra time, stay flexible, and check airline updates often.