Israel attacked Iran: UAE flights were canceled to 9 destinations, see full list of affected routes and travel advisors. world News

The UAE Airlines suspended and canceled flights to several destinations in the Middle East, Caucasus and Central Asia, when Israel launched a series of military attacks on the Iranian nuclear and military targets on Friday, June 13, 2025 in the early hours of Friday, June 13, 2025. Israeli’s operation named “Rising Lion”, hit major facilities and killed several top Iranian military commanders, inspiring Iran to close its airspace and trigger widespread disruption in regional flight routes.In an immediate response to the growing tension and the closure of the latter airspace, the airlines exiting the UAE including Emirates, Etihad, Flidubai, and Air Arabia, prevent services in at least nine countries, ie: Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Israel, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia, Russia According to the airline advisory and airport listing, additional suspension from Georgia, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan also affected the routes.The cancellations affected dozens of flights at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktaum International (DWC), the airport officials confirmed the delay and urged passengers to investigate with their airlines for updates for the latest travel updates. The services of major cities like Tehran, Shiraz, Saliva, Kish Island, Bandar Abbas, Baghdad, Basra, Amman, Berut, and Tel Aviv were either suspended or completely removed from the schedule. Flights from those cities were also disrupted.While some are under review of the routes, many were either resumed, quite delayed, or returned to their points of the original mid-up. Airport officials said they were working closely with the airlines to manage the situation and help the affected passengers.Dubai Airports said, “Our teams are in hand to help the affected guests,”

Here is a breakdown of affected flights till June 13:

Etihad Airways

Scheduled Flights – 14 June (Status: subject to delay)

Emirates

Scheduled Flights – 14 June (Status: subject of change)

Flydubai

The Dubai-based low-cost carrier confirmed extensive disruption and released this official statement:“Some Flidubai flights have been affected due to temporary shutdown of airspace on Iran and Israel in the early hours of June 13. Flights to Amman, Berut, Damascus, Iran and Israel have been suspended and many flights have been canceled, resumed or returned to their destination. We are monitoring the situation in the region and adjusting our flight schedule accordingly. The safety of our passengers and crew remains our top priority. We are in direct contact with the passengers whose travel plan has been affected. ,

Air arab

Air Arabia has also suspended operations from a detailed list of destinations, including:

The airline at Sharjah said that other flights could be delayed or resumed. It released the following advisors:“Passengers should check their flight status at Airrabia.com or contact our call center. The affected customers will be directly informed. ,

Regional results: airspace closure and middle-up variations

The wave effects of Israeli strike and Iran’s reaction have thrown regional aviation into the upheaval:

These bandages have forced major international airlines to re -create flights in the middle of Jarney:

The Authority of Dubai Airports urged passengers to arrive early, allow additional time for processing and check with airlines before proceeding at the airport.The authority said, “The teams of the guest ambassador are in hand in all the terminals to assist the affected passengers,” the authority said, thanks to the passengers for their patience.

Friday’s attacks mark a dramatic growth in the shadow war between Israel and Iran. According to initial reports, Israeli military executed Operation Rising Lion targeted the strategic Iranian infrastructure, including:

Iran later confirmed the loss to an atomic facility but reported no casualties. However, several senior military figures were killed in the operation. Countries across the region immediately responded by closing airplanes, with fears of retaliation and widespread conflict spillover.

Passenger advisory summary

In light of the closure and flight disruption of the airplane developed in the Middle East, UAE Airport officials and airlines have issued the following guidance for all affected or potentially affected passengers:

Passengers are strongly urged to verify the latest position of their flights directly through official airline websites, mobile apps or customer service hotline. Third-party sources, including travel aggregators and booking platforms, cannot reflect real-time updates or operational changes.

Due to increased congestion and potential schedule, passengers should arrive well before their scheduled departure time. The initial arrival will help adjust any extra time required for check-in, safety approval and gate revaluation.

All UAE-based airlines including Emirates, Etihad, Flidubai and Air Arabia have activated customer support services for travelers affected by cancellation or delayed passengers. Rebooking options, refunds, and journey are facing changes in the program, and affected passengers are being contacted directly where possible.

Dubai Airports confirmed that guest Ambassador Team Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktaum International Airport (DWC) are in all terminals. These teams are assisting the affected passengers with navigation, information, rebooking and general travel assistance.

As the situation remains dynamic and can shift with low information, passengers are advised to monitor the announcements from their airlines and airport officials. All stakeholders are closely coordinated to manage the impact and will provide further updates as development.