Finnair suspends flights to Dubai over Mideast instability
Due to escalating security concerns in the Middle East, Finnair has announced the cancellation of all flights to Dubai for the upcoming winter season, affecting many travellers.
Finnish airline Finnair announced on Tuesday that it will suspend all flights to Dubai for the winter season, starting from October 25, 2026, until March 27, 2027. This decision is due to the growing security concerns in the Middle East region, which has shown no signs of stability. The airline assured passengers that they will be kept informed about the changes.
Despite the ongoing conflict since February 28, 2026, when the U.S. and Israel initiated airstrikes against Iran, resulting in the death of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei, a resolution between the U.S. and Iran has yet to be reached. The strategic Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked, exacerbating the situation. Finnair had previously temporarily halted flights between Helsinki and Dubai in February and March 2026, but flights to Doha, Qatar, have not resumed and will not operate during the winter season due to commercial considerations.
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