UAE flight update: Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia delays and cancellations; Iran routes halted, Ebola curbs lifted

UAE passengers are advised to check their flight statuses before traveling to the airport on Sunday due to reported delays and schedule changes at Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah airports. Flydubai and Air Arabia have canceled several regional routes, while Emirates and Etihad continue operations with some delays or rescheduled flights. Passengers are encouraged to verify their airline's status and allow extra time at the airport.

UAE has lifted Ebola-related entry and visa restrictions for Ugandan travelers after they completed the required monitoring period. Restrictions remain for travelers from the DRC and South Sudan due to ongoing epidemiological concerns. The UAE implemented these measures on June 6, 2026. Iranian airlines are facing regional restrictions due to US sanctions on companies dealing with Iranian carriers, leading to flight halts to Baghdad, Najaf, Erbil, and Sulaimaniyah.

Iran has also reported suspensions involving Oman, Georgia, and Azerbaijan. The UAE is suspending all Iranian airline flights to and from its country until further notice, as Iranian carriers cannot operate to or from Dubai International Airport.