Travellers flying to and from the UAE are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport, as airlines continue to adjust schedules amid operational changes and heightened regional tensions.While most UAE carriers are operating near normal levels, Etihad Airways, Emirates and Air Arabia have announced changes affecting selected routes to Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Passengers are advised to monitor airline updates closely as schedules may change at short notice.The updates come as UAE airports enter the peak summer travel period, with thousands of passengers departing for holidays. Airports and airlines are urging travellers to arrive early, allow extra time for security and immigration checks, and use online check-in options where available.UAE airports advise passengers to arrive earlyWith summer travel demand at its peak, passengers flying from UAE airports are advised to:Arrive at least three hours before departureCheck flight status before leaving homeAllow additional time for traffic, check-in, security and immigrationUse airline apps and online check-in servicesKeep contact details updated with airlines for real-time notificationsDubai International Airport (DXB) has also advised passengers to plan extra time for their journey, with increased passenger volumes expected throughout the summer peak period.Emirates flight updatesEmirates said it continues to operate flights as scheduled, but several services between Dubai and Gulf destinations have been affected.Dubai to KuwaitCancelled flights:EK853EK855EK857EK859Kuwait to Dubai:EK854EK856EK858EK860Additional cancellations are expected on August 2.Dubai to BahrainCancelled flights:EK835EK837EK839Bahrain to Dubai:EK836EK838EK840Further cancellations are expected on August 2.Dubai to AmmanEK901 — ScheduledEK903 — ScheduledEK905 — CancelledAmman to Dubai:EK906 — CancelledEK902 — ScheduledEK904 — ScheduledEtihad Airways flight cancellationsEtihad Airways has cancelled selected flights between Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport and Kuwait and Bahrain due to operational reasons.Affected routes include:Abu Dhabi to Kuwait — EY653Kuwait to Abu Dhabi — EY654Abu Dhabi to Bahrain routesThe airline advised passengers booked on affected flights to check their contact details and monitor updates through official Etihad channels.Air Arabia flight updatesAir Arabia has also cancelled several flights across its Abu Dhabi and Sharjah networks.Abu Dhabi to Kuwait3L020 — Cancelled3L022 — Not yet departedKuwait to Abu Dhabi:3L021 — Cancelled3L023 — Not yet departedSharjah to KuwaitG9068 — CancelledG9124 — CancelledG9121 — Not yet departedKuwait to Sharjah:G9069 — CancelledG9125 — CancelledG9122 — Not yet departedSharjah to BahrainG9107 — CancelledG9101, G9103, G9105 — Not yet departedBahrain to Sharjah:G9108 — CancelledG9102, G9104, G9106 — Not yet departedflydubai flight updateflydubai has not announced any major changes to its flight schedule and continues to operate services as normal. Passengers are advised to check their flight status before travelling and allow extra time to reach the airport as UAE airports experience a surge in passenger numbers during the summer peak travel season.Travellers are also encouraged to complete online check-in where available and monitor official airline channels for any updates or schedule changes.Qatar Airways suspends selected Gulf routesQatar Airways has temporarily suspended passenger flights to:BahrainErbilKuwaitThe suspension is in place until and including August 7, 2026. Passengers have been advised to check the airline’s official channels for updates.International airlines continue Gulf service changesSeveral international airlines continue to suspend or reduce services in the region amid security concerns.Latest measures include:British Airways: Dubai, Bahrain, Amman and Tel Aviv services suspended until October 31Singapore Airlines, Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, Finnair and ITA Airways: Dubai suspensions until October 24Lufthansa and Swiss: Dubai services suspended until September 13Aegean Airlines and Air Astana: Dubai suspensions extended until August 31KLM: Dubai suspension until August 23Philippine Airlines: Dubai suspension extended until October 2Turkish Airlines: Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights resumed, while Iran routes remain suspendedWhy some UAE flights are taking longerAlthough most flights continue to operate, airlines are avoiding certain airspace areas due to security concerns.Passengers may experience:Longer flight times due to alternative routesLast-minute schedule changesLonger connection timesDelays in baggage deliveryTravel advice for UAE passengersIf you are flying from the UAE:Check your flight status before leaving for the airportFollow updates from your airline’s website or appEnsure your contact details are updatedArrive early, especially during peak travel hoursMonitor official travel advisories before international tripsAirlines and aviation authorities continue to monitor the regional situation and will update passengers if further changes are required.