Emirates Airlines has suspended all flights to and from Dubai amid escalating missile and drone strikes by Iran targeting the United Arab Emirates, urging passengers not to travel to the airport as safety concerns mount.
The announcement was contained in its latest travel update on Monday, March 16, and advised that all travelers should not go to Dubai International Airport.
The suspension of services follows advice issued by the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority on Monday morning, which grounded all DXB flights.
In its latest announcement, Emirates stated that all Emirates flights to and from Dubai remain suspended until further notice. It said it is working closely with the relevant authorities to assess the situation and support the safe resumption of operations when possible.
“Customers are reminded not to travel to the airport at this time and to continue checking this page for the latest updates.
The flights’ suspension comes after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, in what US President Donald Trump described as a “major combat operation”, forcing airlines to reroute services that would normally cross the region.
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The Gulf carrier had resumed Dubai-Lagos-Dubai skeletal flight operations on 6th March 2026.
As of March 16, 2026, Iran is actively continuing to target the United Arab Emirates with missile and drone strikes, with the UAE Defense Ministry reporting ongoing interceptions.
Meanwhile, aviation authorities in the UAE have intensified security measures around critical infrastructure, with several international carriers also reviewing or rerouting flights to avoid the affected airspace. Industry analysts warn that prolonged disruptions could significantly impact regional travel, trade, and tourism if the situation persists.
Passengers affected by the suspension have been advised to monitor official airline channels for updates and rebooking options, as Emirates maintains it is working closely with relevant authorities to ensure a safe and orderly resumption of services once conditions improve.
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