Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai flight updates as war disruption continues

Flying from the UAE on August 18, 2021, remains an option for many travelers, though airlines are closely monitoring the situation as the Middle East war continues. Emirates has temporarily resumed one daily Bahrain service but still faces delays and cancellations on other routes. Etihad continues to fly some Bahrain and Kuwait services but has grounded three pairs of Bahrain flights until August 21.

Air Arabia has suspended several UAE-Kuwait and UAE-Bahrain flights, while flydubai reports its Kuwait, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia services are operating as planned.

International airlines have also extended their Dubai and regional suspensions. The ongoing crisis sees Iran demanding $300 billion in reconstruction funds, release of frozen Iranian assets, and an end to the naval blockade and war on all fronts. Meanwhile, Iraq has opened an investigation into an attack on the office of the Kurdistan's prime minister, blamed on Iran. The Red Sea remains volatile with Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claiming to have attacked Saudi vessels off Mocha.

Dubai authorities are preparing for the post-summer travel rush with heightened operational readiness at airports. UAE residents traveling to India should allow extra time at airports due to ongoing security measures. For travelers to Saudi Arabia, it's crucial to verify the latest entry, exit, and transit requirements with airlines before departure.