Middle East Flight Suspensions Disrupt Dubai Travel

March 21, 2026·about 4 hours ago·via Condé Nast Traveller Middle East

War in Iran closes key Middle Eastern aviation hubs like Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi, stranding tens of thousands of passengers as over 25 airlines cancel or reduce flights. British Airways suspends Dubai and Abu Dhabi services until May 31, Lufthansa halts them until March 28, and Cathay Pacific cancels all to Dubai and Riyadh through April 30. Other carriers like Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, and Qatar Airways extend suspensions amid escalating regional conflict and airspace closures.

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