Emirates Authorities Announce Partial Resumption of Air Traffic in Dubai Airports
On Monday, 2 March 2026, the United Arab Emirates announced a partial restart of air traffic at Dubai’s airports, alongside the launch of exceptional flights designed to help stranded passengers leave the country after recent regional disruptions.
Key Points
- Exceptional flights now operating – The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the Emirates confirmed that special flights have begun operating at the nation’s airports. Flight schedules will be communicated directly to affected passengers by the airlines, based on the destinations that are currently available.
- Travelers urged to wait for airline contact – Passengers whose flights were disrupted are asked not to go to the airport until they have been contacted by their airline and provided with updated departure times and procedures. This measure aims to prevent crowding and ensure smooth airport operations.
- Cooperation praised – The GCAA thanked passengers for following the instructions, emphasizing that compliance helps streamline procedures and guarantees the orderly handling of airport activities.
- Limited flight resumption at Dubai airports – Dubai Airports announced a limited restart of services from both Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) starting the evening of Monday, 2 March 2026, according to the Dubai government’s media office.
Context
The gradual resumption comes amid significant air‑traffic disruptions across the region. Authorities and airlines are working together to gradually restore flight connections and enable affected travelers to continue their journeys.
For the latest updates on flight schedules and travel advisories, passengers should stay in touch with their airlines and monitor official communications from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority and Dubai Airports.
