Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah are letting passengers with confirmed bookings board flights as UAE airports gradually resume operations amidst the war in Iran and ballistic missile threats.
India on Thursday issued an advisory, asking its citizens in the United Arab Emirates to remain vigilant, stay calm, and adhere to the safety guidelines of the local authorities in view of the prevailing situation in the region. "The Government of India continues to attach the highest importance to the safety and well-being of Indians abroad and is monitoring developments at the highest level," said the advisory issued by the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi.
"In view of the prevailing situation in the UAE and the region, all Indian nationals currently in the UAE are advised to continue to remain vigilant, stay calm, adhere to the safety guidelines of the UAE authorities, and also follow official advisories issued from time to time," it added.
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For those stranded after 28 February whose visas have expired, the UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) has announced a waiver of overstay fines for visitors (tourist/visit visas) and others unable to depart due to these exceptional circumstances, it said.
As things stand, here are the five latest updates on flight resumptions from across UAE airports:
1. Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah: Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and Fujairah International Airport have resumed limited operations.
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2. Abu Dhabi (Etihad Airways): Abu Dhabi will see Etihad Airways operating flights to 25 key destinations. While passengers with existing bookings will be accommodated, others can check seat availability at etihad.com. The flight destinations are Ahmedabad, Bangkok, Bengaluru, Cairo, Colombo, Delhi, Frankfurt, Hanoi, Hyderabad, Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur, London (Heathrow), Madrid, Malé, Milan (Malpensa), Moscow (Sheremetyevo), Mumbai, New York (JFK), Paris, Phuket, Riyadh, Rome, Seoul (Incheon), Toronto, and Zurich.
3. Etihad Rebooking Policy: Etihad Airways has announced that tickets issued on or before 28 February 2026 for travel from Abu Dhabi up to 21 March may be rebooked free of charge until 15 May.
4. Sharjah International Airport: Most flights at Sharjah International Airport remain suspended, and only passengers with confirmed tickets are permitted entry. Sharjah Airport’s live updates are active, and fliers can access them via the website, SMS, or email for all updates.
5. Dubai International (DXB): Flights have resumed on a limited basis at Dubai International (DXB). Access is restricted to confirmed travellers, meaning only those with confirmed tickets should attempt to reach the airport.
As reported by Gulf News on the morning of 6 March 2026. Find out more HERE