Dubai: Travellers flying from the UAE on Tuesday, September 29, are facing a mixed operating picture, with selected delays and cancellations reported at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi.
Several flights operated by Emirates, flydubai, SpiceJet and other airlines were affected, while Etihad Airways reported no major delays or cancellations in its general operational update. Air Arabia also reported cancellations on selected services between the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain.
The latest disruption comes amid continuing uncertainty over the regional aviation environment. However, individual delays and cancellations can have different causes, including operational and technical issues, so passengers should not assume every affected flight is linked to regional security developments.
Flights affected at Dubai airport
At Dubai International Airport, several departures were listed as delayed or cancelled on Tuesday morning.
The cancellations included:
- SpiceJet SG052: Dubai–Pune
- flydubai FZ815: Dubai–Abha
- flydubai FZ209: Dubai–Erbil
Delayed services included Emirates flights EK775 from Dubai to Durban and EK778 from Dubai to Cape Town, along with several SpiceJet services to Indian destinations, according to the latest flight information cited in the update.
Flight information can change during the day, meaning a flight shown as operating earlier may subsequently be delayed or cancelled. Emirates itself advises passengers to check their flight status and monitor notifications before travelling to the airport.
Abu Dhabi services
At Zayed International Airport, an Air Arabia Abu Dhabi service, 3L781 to Almaty, was among the flights affected in the latest update.
Etihad Airways, meanwhile, reported no major delays or cancellations in its general operational update, with services to Bahrain and Kuwait listed as operating as scheduled.
Etihad’s latest public news updates also show that the airline continues to operate its international network from Abu Dhabi, although individual flight status remains the appropriate source for passengers travelling on a particular service.
Emirates and flydubai
Emirates continues to operate flights to Bahrain and Kuwait, although some early-morning services experienced minor delays.
The airline recommends that passengers check its official flight-status information before travelling. Its flight-status system allows travellers to search by route or flight number and receive information about changes to their service.
flydubai’s latest information similarly directs passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport. The airline recommends that passengers departing Dubai allow at least four hours before departure and complete online check-in where available.
Air Arabia cancellations
Air Arabia has reported several cancellations affecting services from Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.
The latest listed changes include:
- G9068: Sharjah–Kuwait — cancelled
- G9124: Sharjah–Kuwait — cancelled
- G9107: Sharjah–Bahrain — cancelled
- 3L020: Abu Dhabi–Kuwait — cancelled
Other services remained scheduled or were still awaiting departure at the time of the update.
Air Arabia’s published booking information continues to show services connecting UAE airports with destinations including Bahrain and Kuwait, illustrating why passengers should rely on the status of their individual booking rather than assuming that an entire route has been suspended.
Air Canada extends Dubai suspension to March 2027
The biggest longer-term change in the latest update concerns Air Canada.
The Canadian carrier says flights to and from Dubai International Airport (DXB) will remain cancelled until the end of March 2027, citing the situation in the Middle East.
The extension represents a substantial change from Air Canada’s earlier timetable. Its September 15 update had said Dubai services would remain cancelled until mid-January 2027; the September 24 update subsequently extended the cancellation period through the end of March 2027.
Air Canada’s decision comes while other international airlines are setting different dates for restoring Dubai services. Some carriers have announced October or November resumptions, while others continue to maintain longer suspensions.
More airlines are planning to resume Dubai services
The UAE’s aviation network is not uniformly suspended. Several airlines have announced planned return dates in the coming months.
Among the schedules cited in the latest update are:
- Air Astana: Dubai services from October 1–2
- Philippine Airlines: Manila–Dubai nonstop services from October 2
- Singapore Airlines: selected Dubai services scheduled to resume October 24
- Lufthansa: Dubai–Frankfurt and Dubai–Munich services from October 25
- SWISS: Dubai–Zurich services from October 27
- Eurowings: selected Dubai services from November
- British Airways: Dubai services from November 3
- Austrian Airlines: Dubai–Vienna services from December 12
These are scheduled resumption dates and remain subject to operational and security conditions.
What UAE passengers should do before travelling
Passengers should check the status of their specific flight shortly before leaving for Dubai International Airport, Zayed International Airport or another UAE airport.
Travellers should:
- Check the airline’s website or app for the latest status.
- Check for cancellation or delay notifications.
- Allow additional time for traffic, check-in and security.
- Complete online check-in where available.
- Keep their contact details updated with the airline.
- Follow airport and airline instructions if a flight is changed.
For flydubai passengers departing Dubai, the airline’s guidance is to arrive at least four hours before departure.
The situation remains fluid, and a scheduled service can change after the initial timetable is published. For that reason, a booking confirmation alone should not be treated as confirmation that a flight will operate at its originally scheduled time.
What is happening with UAE flights today?
Selected flights at Dubai International Airport and Zayed International Airport are facing delays and cancellations on September 29, 2026. Emirates and Etihad continue to operate most services, while some flydubai and Air Arabia flights have been affected.
Which Dubai flights have been cancelled?
The latest listed cancellations include SpiceJet SG052 to Pune, flydubai FZ815 to Abha and flydubai FZ209 to Erbil. Flight information can change during the day.
Are Emirates flights operating today?
Emirates continues to operate services, including flights to Bahrain and Kuwait, although some early-morning flights experienced minor delays. Passengers should check their individual flight status before travelling.
Are Etihad flights operating from Abu Dhabi?
Etihad reported no major delays or cancellations in its general operational update, with Bahrain and Kuwait services listed as operating as scheduled. Individual flight status should still be checked before departure.
Which Air Arabia flights have been cancelled?
The latest update lists cancellations including Sharjah–Kuwait flights G9068 and G9124, Sharjah–Bahrain G9107 and Abu Dhabi–Kuwait 3L020.
When will Air Canada resume Dubai flights?
Air Canada currently says flights to and from Dubai will remain cancelled until the end of March 2027 because of the situation in the Middle East.
Should passengers still check their flight if they have a confirmed booking?
Yes. Airlines can make schedule changes after a booking has been confirmed. Emirates and flydubai both direct passengers to their official flight-status systems before travelling to the airport.
