Travelers affected by recent regional disruptions may soon be able to fly out of the UAE — but authorities are warning passengers not to head to the airport unless contacted first, the Emirates News Agency reported.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced on Monday the operation of exceptional flights at UAE airports. The move is intended to assist stranded passengers whose flights were impacted by ongoing regional developments.
What Is Happening?
According to the GCAA, exceptional flight operations have officially commenced to allow affected passengers to depart based on schedules that will be announced directly by airlines.
Airlines will notify passengers of updated flight timings and destination details.
This means flights are resuming in a controlled and coordinated manner — but only for passengers who receive confirmed updates from their carriers.
Important: Do Not Go to the Airport Yet
The Authority stressed that passengers should not proceed to airports unless they have been formally contacted by their airline with confirmed flight details.
Heading to the airport without confirmation may lead to congestion, delays, and longer processing times.
The GCAA said this measure is necessary to:
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Prevent overcrowding at terminals
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Ensure smooth passenger processing
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Maintain orderly airport operations
Officials emphasized that following instructions is essential to managing the situation efficiently.
Who Is Affected?
This advisory applies to travelers across UAE airports whose flights were previously disrupted due to regional airspace developments.
Passengers are advised to:
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Monitor official airline communications
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Check airline apps and emails regularly
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Avoid relying on unofficial updates
What Happens Next?
Exceptional flights will continue to operate according to airline schedules and coordination with authorities.
For now, stranded passengers should wait for direct airline communication before making their way to the airport.
Authorities say cooperation from travelers will help ensure smoother departures and reduce further disruption as flight operations gradually stabilize across the country.