Full Airline Status — March 19, 2026
Here’s where the major UAE airlines stand as of this morning.
Emirates: Operating a reduced schedule from Dubai. As one of only two carriers permitted to operate at DXB under the foreign airline ban, Emirates remains the primary option for travel through Dubai. Passengers booked between February 28 and April 15 can rebook for travel up to May 31 or request a refund via emirates.com. Do not go to the airport without a confirmed booking. Check emirat.es/flightstatus within one hour of departure.
Etihad: Operating flights from Abu Dhabi to at least 40 destinations today including London, Paris, Madrid, Toronto, Chicago, Rome, Munich, Dublin, and New York. Passengers with bookings February 28 through March 31 can rebook free until May 15. Online check-in unavailable until March 21, so arrive early. Check etihad.com for current status.
flydubai: Operating a reduced schedule from Dubai alongside Emirates. Passengers should not go to the airport without a confirmed departure time. Customers with bookings February 28 through March 31 can rebook within 30 days at no penalty or request a full refund. Contact your travel agent if you booked through one.
Air Arabia: Operating limited flights from Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah to select destinations in India, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Europe through April 15. Passengers on cancelled flights can rebook, request a credit voucher, or take a full refund.
Scam Warning: Emirates and Etihad continue to warn passengers about fraudulent accounts targeting people with disrupted bookings. Fake social media profiles are 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 only at emirat.es/xdm. Etihad support only at etihad.com. Do not share booking details publicly.
