Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world's busiest hub for international passengers, remains partially operational as of March 4, 2026, with only a restricted number of flights permitted amid ongoing airspace closures and security concerns stemming from the escalating Middle East conflict involving U.S., Israeli and Iranian military actions.
Dubai Airports, the operator of DXB and the secondary Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), confirmed that limited operations resumed on the evening of March 2 following a near-total suspension that began February 28. However, major carriers including flagship Emirates have extended the halt on all regular scheduled commercial flights to and from Dubai until 23:59 UAE time on March 4, prioritizing only select repatriation, cargo and repositioning services.
