United Arab Emirates (UAE) national airlines have announced that they will begin exceptional operations from Monday evening, ensuring the highest safety standards and continuing coordination with competent authorities.
Etihad Airways has resumed some limited flights from Abu Dhabi, although all scheduled commercial services remain cancelled.
The airline confirmed in a statement that all scheduled commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi remain cancelled.
However, it added: “Some relocation, cargo and repatriation flights may be operated in coordination with UAE authorities and will require strict operational and safety approvals.”
The airline stressed that these flights are being operated only under specific approvals.
Etihad Airways added: “Safety remains our absolute priority and services will only operate when all safety standards are met.”
Dubai Airports has confirmed that a limited resumption of operations will begin from the evening of 2 March today, with a limited number of flights allowed to operate from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai Worldwide Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Travelers are advised not to proceed to DXB or DWC unless they are contacted directly by the airline with a confirmed departure time.
Emirates announced on Monday that it will begin operating a limited number of flights from today (Monday) evening. “We are prioritizing customers who book early and customers who are rebooked to travel on these limited flights will be contacted directly by Emirates,” the airline said.
The airline said all other flights will remain suspended until further notice.
flydubai will operate a limited number of flights on the evening of March 2, 2026. Customers are advised to update their contact details in ‘Manage Reservations’ and check flight status on http://flydubai.com before traveling to the airport.
Abu Dhabi Airports announced on Monday, in coordination with relevant authorities and partner airlines, that operations at Zayed International Airport (AUH) have partially resumed from Monday 2 March 2026.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline for the latest information on flight schedules before going to the airport.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the start of exceptional air operations at airports in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), allowing passengers stranded due to recent regional developments to depart in line with schedules announced by airlines to affected passengers and relevant destinations.
Authorities are asking passengers whose flights have been affected not to go to the airport until they have been contacted by their respective airlines with flight times and details to avoid crowds and ensure a smooth process.
The authorities thanked passengers for their cooperation and emphasized that compliance with the issued instructions plays a central role in facilitating procedures and maintaining orderly operations.
