DUBAI, UAE — Dubai Airports, in coordination with major carriers Emirates and flydubai, has confirmed that a limited resumption of flight operations will begin on the evening of Monday, March 2, 2026. The move follows a period of suspension due to regional airspace closures and security concerns.
Limited Operations at DXB and DWC
Dubai Airports confirmed that a small number of flights have been permitted to operate from both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) starting this evening. However, authorities emphasize that full operations have not yet returned.
Travel Advisory: Travellers are strongly advised not to proceed to the airport (DXB or DWC) unless they have been contacted directly by their airline with a confirmed departure time.
Airline Updates: Emirates and flydubai
Emirates
- Resumption: Limited flights will begin operating from the evening of March 2.
- Priority: The airline is prioritizing customers with earlier bookings that were affected by the recent disruptions.
- Notification: Emirates will contact rebooked passengers directly. Do not travel to the airport without this direct confirmation.
flydubai
- Resumption: A limited number of flights will be operational starting the evening of March 2.
- Action Required: Customers are urged to update their contact details via the “Manage Your Booking” section on the flydubai website.
- Status Checks: Passengers should check their flight status at flydubai.com before attempting to travel to the airport.
Important Information for Passengers
Authorities remind the public to rely only on official channels for updates. For the latest information, passengers should monitor:
- Official airline websites and mobile apps.
- Verified social media accounts of X Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) and Dubai Airports (@DXB).
