Emirates Suspends All Flights to Dubai Indefinitely

Emirates Airlines announced a temporary suspension of all flights to Dubai effective March 16, following advice from the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority. The airline stated that flights would remain suspended until further notice while they work closely with relevant authorities to assess the situation and support a safe resumption of operations when possible.

Passengers are advised not to travel to Dubai International Airport during this period and to check for updates on the airline's website. The suspension comes amid heightened tensions in the region, particularly following U.S. military actions described by President Donald Trump as major combat operations.

Additionally, there has been a noted increase in refund requests from passengers, particularly from Nigeria, as the airline's operations have been affected by the closure of Middle Eastern airspace. Despite Emirates announcing a resumption of limited flights on March 6, 2026, refund issues remain unresolved.