Limited commercial flights resumed from major Middle Eastern airports on Monday, offering some relief to travelers stranded by airspace closures following U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliatory attacks. Emirates, Etihad Airways, and FlyDubai announced plans to operate select flights from Dubai and Abu Dhabi, prioritizing customers with earlier bookings.
Key Takeaways
Limited flights have resumed from major Middle Eastern airports following U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliatory attacks. Thousands of travelers remain stranded as airlines navigate airspace closures and safety precautions.
- Limited flights resume in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha after days of suspension due to conflict.
- Emirates, Etihad Airways, and FlyDubai operate select flights with priority given to earlier bookings.
- Over 10,000 flights have been canceled since the war began, affecting hundreds of thousands of travelers.
- Governments are working to evacuate stranded citizens through alternative routes and charter flights.
According to flight-tracking sites Flightradar24 and FlightAware, over 10,000 flights have been canceled since the conflict began on Saturday. Airports in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, which are major hubs for travel between Europe, Africa, and Asia, were directly affected by Iranian strikes.
Thousands of travelers from around the globe remain stranded in hotels, airports, and aboard cruise ships. Governments have urged their citizens to shelter in place while officials scramble to find ways to get them home. The U.S., Germany, Indonesia, and other countries are working on evacuation plans for their nationals.
The conflict has disrupted global travel significantly, with airlines rerouting flights around the affected regions. This has led to increased flight times and fuel consumption, potentially driving up ticket prices if the conflict persists.
As of Monday, airspace remained closed over Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Jordan, with partial or temporary closures in other Gulf countries. The situation remains fluid, and airlines have advised passengers to check their flight status before heading to airports.
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