Dubai’s skies will remain grounded for a third straight day after Emirates extended its suspension of all flights to and from Dubai until 15:00 UAE time on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, citing ongoing regional airspace closures linked to escalating US–Israel–Iran tensions.
The decision follows directives from Gulf civil aviation authorities after multiple countries shut their airspace over the weekend. Aviation tracking data shows more than 1,800 flights have been cancelled across the Middle East since March 1, disrupting travel through major hubs including Dubai International Airport.
