Is Dubai International Airport Open on March 14? Emirates Expands Schedule as Air Canada Cancels Until May

Where Things Stand on Day 15

The conflict has now entered its third week, and airlines are starting to split into two clear groups. Some carriers are cautiously rebuilding their schedules, while others have pushed cancellations much further into the spring. Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, and Air Arabia are operating reduced schedules but gradually adding flights back. On the other side, airlines like Air Canada, British Airways, Finnair, Cathay Pacific, and Virgin Atlantic have extended cancellations through late March, April, or even longer.

One practical update for anyone traveling through Dubai: all Emirates city check-in locations are temporarily closed. If you normally check in at one of those downtown locations, don’t plan on using it right now. Passengers will need to check in at the airport instead, and it’s a good idea to arrive earlier than usual since staffing is reduced and passenger volumes at the terminals are higher than normal.

Dubai Airport Status Right Now — March 14 2026

Current conditions at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) as of March 14, 2026:

Here's where every major carrier stands as of this morning:

• Airport status: Open and operating at DXB and DWC

• Emirates: Operating a reduced schedule to over 110 destinations, with plans to return to full operations in the coming days. Transiting passengers will only be accepted if their connecting flight is confirmed. Check emirat.es/flightstatus within one hour of departure. For booking support, use emirat.es/xdm only. Do not post booking details publicly.

• flydubai: Operating a reduced schedule across its network. Passengers booked between February 28 and March 31 can rebook to the same destination within 30 days without penalty. Check flydubai.com for current status.

• Etihad: Published an updated flight schedule through March 16. Tickets issued on or before February 28 with travel dates up to March 21 may be rebooked free of charge on flights until May 15. Refunds for flights until March 21 can be submitted online or through travel agents. Check the company website before heading to the airport: etihad.com.

• Air Arabia: Operating limited flights from Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah to select destinations through March 22, including Vienna, Cairo, Athens, Nairobi, Islamabad, Karachi, and Bangkok. Passengers whose flights were cancelled may take one free date change within 30 days, a full credit voucher, or a full refund.

• Air Canada: Toronto-Dubai flights cancelled until at least May 1. The airline is adding capacity on its Delhi route to provide alternative connections to Canada. Check aircanada.com for rebooking options.

• Virgin Atlantic: Dubai service suspended for the remainder of the winter season through March 28.

• British Airways: All flights to Dubai, Amman, Bahrain, Doha, and Tel Aviv cancelled until the end of March with no official resumption date. Abu Dhabi services suspended until later this year. Limited repatriation seats from Muscat to London Heathrow remain available for customers currently in Oman or the UAE.

• Oman Air: Flights to and from Amman, Dubai, Bahrain, Doha, Dammam, Kuwait, Copenhagen, Baghdad, and Khasab cancelled through March 22.

• Air France: All flights to and from Dubai suspended through Saturday, March 14 inclusive. The scheduled return flight departing Dubai on Sunday, March 15 is also cancelled. Affected passengers have been notified individually and may postpone or cancel free of charge. Check airfrance.com for updates.

• China Southern Airlines: Resumed selected routes from Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Dubai from March 8 through March 11. No update has been provided on flights beyond those dates. Check the airline's official website before traveling.

• Qatar Airways: Regular commercial operations remain suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. A limited schedule is operating to support affected travelers. Passengers with confirmed bookings between February 28 and March 28 may make two complimentary date changes of up to 14 days from their original travel date, or request a refund of the unused ticket value.

• Lufthansa Group: All scheduled flights to and from Dubai cancelled through Sunday, March 15. The situation remains dynamic and schedules may change at short notice. Guests holding Lufthansa tickets issued on or before March 1 with travel dates between March 16 and March 26 may request a refund. Confirm your specific carrier's status at lufthansa.com.

• KLM: All flights to Dubai cancelled through March 28. Affected passengers can rebook free of charge or request a refund via My Trip at klm.com. KLM's stranded Boeing 787 departed Dubai for the Netherlands on March 12 under additional safety measures.

• United Airlines: Passengers who purchased tickets on or before February 28 with travel dates between March 8 and April 19 may reschedule with fees and fare differences waived for flights between March 1 and April 19. Passengers who cancel entirely are eligible for a full refund. New bookings made after March 31 have change fees waived, though fare differences may apply.

• Air India / Air India Express: Operating 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the region today. Ad-hoc Dubai services include Air India from Delhi and Mumbai, and Air India Express connections to and from Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kozhikode, and Mumbai. Scheduled services to Jeddah and Muscat are also operating. Check airindia.com for availability.

• IndiGo: Cancelling 97 flights today due to airspace restrictions. Operating a reduced schedule to select Middle East destinations. The airline is also implementing a fuel surcharge on domestic and international bookings made on or after March 14 due to rising fuel prices. Check indigo.in for current status.

• Finnair: All Dubai flights cancelled through March 29. Contact Finnair directly for rebooking.

• Norwegian: Cancellation deadline was March 12. Check directly with Norwegian today for confirmed resumption status.

• Cathay Pacific: All Dubai flights cancelled through the end of March.

• Philippine Airlines: Manila to Dubai to Manila route suspended through Monday, March 16. Affected passengers may rebook or request a refund via the airline's website.

• Singapore Airlines: Dubai flights cancelled through March 15. Check singaporeair.com for updated status.

• Turkish Airlines / AJet / Pegasus / SunExpress: Cancellations through March 13 have expired. Check each carrier directly for confirmed resumption status today.

• UAE airspace: Partially open, with flights operating through restricted corridors and active air defense engagement ongoing.

• Passenger access: Confirmed bookings only. Do not travel to the airport without direct, current confirmation from your airline.

Source: Screenshot from Dubai Airports Website March 14, 2026

Scam Warning: Still Active, Still Sophisticated

Both Emirates and Etihad continue to warn passengers about fraudulent accounts targeting people with disrupted bookings. Etihad has specifically identified fake social media accounts circulating fraudulent refund forms and requesting passwords, one-time codes, and payment details. Neither airline will ever ask for sensitive information through social media.

Emirates support: emirat.es/xdm only.

Etihad support: etihad.com only.

If someone contacts you through a public reply or DM offering booking help, it is not the airline.

Source: Screenshot from Emirates via X March 14, 2026

A Note on Information Reliability

Getting accurate information out of Dubai remains genuinely difficult. UAE cybercrime law continues to deter independent reporting from within the country, social media content from Dubai is heavily constrained, and the Dubai Airports X account has not posted any updates since March 7.

The most reliable sources remain direct airline announcements on their official websites and verified accounts. Use official airline apps rather than third-party departure boards, and check within one hour of departure, not the night before.

What to Do Right Now

The airport is open and more flights are moving than yesterday, but confirmed bookings only remains the rule without exception. If you’re trying to figure out your next steps, here are a few places to start:

• Do not go to the airport without a confirmed booking from your airline. Even then, check again right before you leave. Conditions changed quickly this morning and schedules are still shifting.


• Check your flight status right before you leave. Not just the night before. Use the airline's app or website within an hour of departure.

• Check Emirates flight status at emirat.es/flightstatus.

• Check Etihad flight status at etihad.com.

• Keep an eye on your email and airline notifications. Airlines are contacting confirmed passengers directly with updates, rebookings, and boarding instructions.

• Confirm your terminal before leaving, as some operations have shifted between DXB terminals.

• If you need an Etihad refund, use the online form at etihad.com/en/help/refund-form


• If you are still stranded and cannot secure a commercial seat, contact your country's embassy about charter or repatriation options.

• If your flight was cancelled, contact your airline directly or your travel agent. Online rebooking portals are the fastest option for most carriers.

For the most up-to-date information, travelers are encouraged to monitor the following official accounts on X: Dubai Media Office, Dubai Airports, Emirates, and Etihad

The conflict is now in its third week and the aviation recovery is real but uneven. The carriers that are flying are flying more than yesterday. The ones that aren't won't be back for weeks. Know which camp your airline is in before you leave the house.

Frequently Asked Questions: Dubai Airport March 14, 2026

Is Dubai Airport open on March 14, 2026?

Yes. Dubai International Airport is open and operating. Only passengers with confirmed bookings should travel to the airport. Check your flight status within one hour of departure.

Are Emirates flights operating on March 14?

Yes. Emirates is operating an expanding schedule. Passengers booked between February 28 and March 31 may rebook to the same destination until April 30, or request a refund if booked directly. Check emirat.es/flightstatus before heading to the airport. Note that all city check-in points in Dubai are temporarily closed.

Has Air Canada cancelled its Dubai flights?

Yes. Air Canada has cancelled its Toronto-Dubai route until at least May 1. The airline is adding capacity on its Delhi route as an alternative connection for passengers traveling to Canada.

How many flights is Air India operating today?

Air India and Air India Express are together operating 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the region on March 14, including ad-hoc services to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah, plus scheduled services to Jeddah and Muscat.

Why is IndiGo adding a fuel surcharge?

IndiGo is implementing a fuel surcharge on domestic and international bookings made on or after March 14 due to a sharp increase in fuel prices linked to the ongoing regional conflict. Check indigo.in for the specific surcharge amounts by route.

Is there a scam warning I should know about?

Yes. Both Emirates and Etihad have issued formal fraud warnings. Do not share booking references, passwords, or payment details publicly on social media. Emirates support: emirat.es/xdm. Etihad support: etihad.com only. Neither airline will ever request sensitive information through social media.

Which airlines are resuming flights to Dubai soon?

Singapore Airlines' cancellation deadline expires today, March 14, and Turkish carriers' deadline expired yesterday. Check each airline directly for confirmed resumption status. Lufthansa's suspension also expires tomorrow, March 15.

What is the best alternative to flying from Dubai right now?

Muscat remains a viable alternative hub, though Oman Air's network is reduced through March 22. Other carriers continue to route through Muscat. The UAE to Oman land border crossing remains an option for passengers who cannot secure flights from Dubai directly.