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Is Dubai International Airport Open? Airport Gradually Resumes Operations After Drone Strike

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world's busiest hub for international passenger traffic, was temporarily closed early Monday, March 16, 2026, following a drone-related incident that ignited a fire at a nearby fuel tank, but authorities have since announced a gradual resumption of flights as safety…

International Business Times

UAE March 16 flight update: Emirates suspends flights from Dubai, Etihad Airways and Air India announce limited schedule

The escalating tensions amid the Iran vs US-Israel war, have left much of the Middle East in a crisis. From flights to roadways and even markets, every aspect of daily life has been affected while the authorities work their best to monitor the situation and calm it.

The Times of India

Which London-Dubai flights are operating and which are cancelled? Latest travel news amid Middle East conflict

Latest flight cancellations as passengers have faced over two weeks of travel disruption due to the regional conflict

Evening Standard

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Is Dubai International Airport Open? Airport Operates on Limited Basis

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.

International Business Times

Iran strikes Gulf again: More explosions in Dubai, Doha and Manama; airports targeted?

Iran launched retaliatory strikes across key Gulf cities, including Dubai, Doha, and Manama, targeting areas hosting US military bases. These attacks followed US and Israeli strikes that reportedly killed Iran's Supreme Leader. Major airports experienced evacuations and flight suspensions due to the escalating regional conflict.

The Times of India

Dubai airport shock: Iran attacks DXB? Emirates media confirms 'minor damage', 4 staff injured amid Iran vs US-Israel attacks

Dubai International Airport faced minor damage on March 1, 2026 amid Iran vs US-Israel attacks and confirmed that four staff members were injured. Emergency teams responded swiftly. The event happened amid the escalating regional tensions. This led to widespread flight suspensions and airport closures across the Gulf. Global travel faced…

The Times of India

UK travellers face chaos as Dubai airport shuts after US-Israel strikes on Iran

Dubai Airports confirmed that operations at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) have been halted after explosions rocked the city

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Flying through Dubai airport? Know the viral 15-phone rule before you pack

Dubai International Airport (DXB) allows passengers to carry up to a limited number of portable electronic devices, including phones and laptops, per person. This regulation, driven by lithium battery safety concerns, requires devices to be switched off and properly packed. Travellers should protect spare batteries and consider carrying essential electronics…

The Times of India

Dubai Airport Clocks Record 92.3m Passengers, Extending Hot Streak

A record 92.3 million passengers travelled through Dubai's international airport last year, its operator said on Thursday, extending a post-pandemic tear that exemplifies the city's economic boom.

International Business Times

Dubai Airports urges passengers not to arrive at the airport unless flights are confirmed

Dubai Airports urged passengers not to come to the airport unless their flight has been confirmed and recommended arriving only two hours before their scheduled departure. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Dubai Airports issues travel advisory, Emirates Airlines suspends travel procedures from Dubai until midnight April 18

Dubai International (DXB) is advising passengers not to come to the airport, unless absolutely necessary due to the unprecedented weather conditions in the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Dubai airport serves 41.6 million passengers, topping pre-pandemic traffic

Dubai International Airport has been the world’s busiest international airport for the past decade.

Al Jazeera

Dubai Airport Traffic Records Two-Thirds of its Pre-Pandemic Level

Dubai International Airport said the latest figures showed that the traffic volume during H1 2022 represents 67.5% of the its pre-pandemic passenger traffic during the same period in 2019. The airport screened 27.9 million passengers in the first half of the year despite a significant reduction in capacity resulting from…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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