Emirates, Etihad Reroute Flights Amid Rising Israel-Iran Tensions: Know How to Check Your Flight's Live Status

As tensions continue to rise in middle east region between Israel and Iran, airlines like Emirates and Etihad have cancelled and rerouted numerous flights affecting key hubs such as Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Tehran's Imam Khomeini Airport and airports in Baghdad and Basra.

Regional airspace closures and security concerns continue to impact schedules across major cities including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Kuwait City, and Muscat. Passengers are urged to stay updated as the situation remains fluid and safety remains the top priority.

Emirates Airlines Rerouted Flights Amid Iran-Israel Tension

On Monday evening, flights to and from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) experienced delays and interruptions following the closure of airspace by several regional countries. Emirates Airlines rerouted several flights heading to Dubai due to the evolving regional situation.

The airline took these precautionary steps to ensure passenger safety. Despite the rerouting, Emirates did not divert any of the flights, and all of them reached their destinations safely. This drastic measure was taken in response to the Iranian missile attack on the US military's Al Udeid Airbase located in Qatar.

Flight Suspensions to Tehran, Baghdad and Basra Until June 30

Emirates Airlines has suspended all flights to Tehran, Iran, as well as to Baghdad and Basra in Iraq, effective immediately through June 30. This decision comes amid the volatile security environment in these areas.

Additionally, Emirates has stated that passengers connecting through Dubai International Airport with final destinations in Iraq and Iran-or those with onward flights via flydubai-will not be allowed to board these flights from their points of origin until further notice. Customers departing from or arriving at Dubai International Airport were urged to regularly check their flight status on the official Emirates website, emirates.com, for the latest updates.

How and Where to Check Your Flight Status?

The airline urges all travellers to check their flight status before heading to the airport. You can find the latest updates by surfing the URL: http://emirat.es/flightstatus.

If your flight has been cancelLed, Emirates advises you to contact your travel agent for assistance with rebooking. If you booked directly with the airline, please reach out to customer service through this link: http://emirat.es/support.

Etihad Airways Update: Flights Suspension to Tel Aviv Until July 15

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE based in Abu Dhabi, has announced the cancellation of all flights to and from Tel Aviv until July 15, citing heightened security concerns as Israel has put its air defence systems on high alert. The airline also acknowledged ongoing disruptions affecting multiple routes due to the closure of airspace in the region and the overall unstable geopolitical climate.

An official spokesperson for Etihad told The National that several flights were impacted, and passengers should verify their flight status on the airline's official website, etihad.com.

Specific flight cancellations on June 24 include:

• EY651 from Abu Dhabi to Kuwait and EY652 from Kuwait to Abu Dhabi
• EY663 from Abu Dhabi to Doha and EY664 from Doha to Abu Dhabi
• EY575 from Abu Dhabi to Dammam and EY576 from Dammam to Abu Dhabi
• EY690 from Abu Dhabi to Muscat and EY691 from Muscat to Abu Dhabi

The airline emphasised that the situation remains highly fluid, warning that further disruptions could occur at very short notice. This includes the possibility of sudden airspace closures or other operational impacts. Etihad confirmed it is closely monitoring the developments in coordination with relevant aviation and governmental authorities, taking all necessary precautions to ensure passenger safety and operational integrity.

Dubai Airports Resume Full Operations After Temporary Pause

The closure of airspace by neighboring nations aimed to ensure the safety of civilian aircraft amid the escalating conflict. However, Dubai Airports later announced that it had restored full operations after implementing a temporary precautionary pause to assess the evolving situation.

The Dubai Media Office communicated via the social media platform X that "the safety and well-being of all travellers and aviation staff remain the highest priority." It reassured the public that while Dubai Airports was working closely with airlines to maintain flight schedules, passengers might still experience delays or cancellations due to the ongoing regional uncertainties. Travellers were strongly advised to stay vigilant and regularly check with their respective airlines for the most up-to-date flight information and travel advisories.