The UAE’s summer travel rush continues, with thousands of passengers flying abroad as airlines maintain operations despite ongoing regional uncertainty. While most flights are operating as scheduled, some Gulf routes continue to see changes due to operational adjustments and temporary airspace restrictions.Passengers travelling from Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports are advised to check their flight status before leaving home and allow extra time for check-in, security and immigration procedures as passenger traffic remains high.UAE airports advise passengers to plan aheadWith airports entering one of the busiest travel periods of the year, airlines and airport authorities are urging passengers to prepare in advance.Travellers should:Arrive at least three hours before departureCheck flight status before heading to the airportAllow extra time for traffic, check-in, security and immigrationUse online check-in and airline apps where availableKeep contact details updated for real-time notificationsDubai International Airport (DXB) has also advised passengers to plan extra time for their journeys due to increased summer travel demand.Regional tensions remain in focusSecurity developments across the Gulf continue to influence airline operations. Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have signed a mutual defence pact, stating that an attack against one country would be considered an attack against all three.Meanwhile, Iran and Oman are discussing a framework for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian state media reporting that an agreement has been reached pending final approval.Saudi Arabia has blamed the Houthis for an attack that injured at least 11 civilians in Najran, while Yemeni forces reported shooting down multiple drones. UAE flight updatesUAE airlines continue to operate most services, with passengers advised to check the latest flight information as regional developments and operational adjustments may affect selected routes.Etihad AirwaysEtihad Airways continues to monitor regional developments, with selected Kuwait and Bahrain flights appearing on its booking system.According to flight status information on Etihad’s website, scheduled services include:Abu Dhabi–Kuwait: EY653Kuwait–Abu Dhabi: EY654Abu Dhabi–Bahrain: EY643Bahrain–Abu Dhabi: EY644EmiratesEmirates continues to operate its wider network, although some Gulf routes remain affected.Current flight status updates show:Dubai–Bahrain: Status information unavailableDubai–Kuwait: Status information unavailablePassengers should check Emirates’ official flight tracker before departure.flydubaiflydubai continues to operate its network, with no major schedule changes announced.Passengers are advised to check flight status, complete online check-in where available and allow extra time due to peak summer traffic.Air ArabiaSelected Air Arabia flights from Sharjah and Abu Dhabi continue to face cancellations and delays.Affected routes include services between:Abu Dhabi and KuwaitAbu Dhabi and BahrainSharjah and KuwaitSharjah and BahrainSharjah and AbhaAffected routes include:Abu Dhabi–Kuwait3L020 — Cancelled3L022 — Not departedKuwait–Abu Dhabi3L021 — Cancelled3L023 — Not departedAbu Dhabi–Bahrain3L015 — Not departed3L017 — Not departedBahrain–Abu Dhabi3L016 — Not departed3L018 — Not departedSharjah–KuwaitG9068 — CancelledG9124 — CancelledG9121 — Not departedKuwait–SharjahG9069 — CancelledG9125 — CancelledG9122 — Not departedSharjah–BahrainG9107 — CancelledG9101, G9103, G9105 — Not departedBahrain–SharjahG9108 — CancelledG9102, G9104, G9106 — Not departedSharjah–AbhaG9195 — Not departedPassengers should check the airline’s latest updates before travelling.Regional aviation shows signs of recoveryRegional airlines are gradually restoring services as carriers continue to monitor security developments.Qatar Airways: Resuming flights to Bahrain, Kuwait and Erbil from August 8 as regional aviation begins recovering.Jazeera Airways: Restarted flights to and from Kuwait, with passengers advised to arrive three hours before departure.Oman Air: Technical issues and temporary airspace restrictions continue to affect parts of its network, with possible delays and cancellations.International airlines continue Dubai suspensionsSeveral international carriers continue to suspend or reduce services across the region.British Airways: Dubai, Bahrain, Amman and Tel Aviv flights suspended until October 31Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Finnair and ITA Airways: Dubai services suspended until October 24Lufthansa and Swiss: Dubai services suspended until September 13Aegean Airlines and Air Astana: Dubai suspensions until August 31KLM: Dubai services suspended until August 23Philippine Airlines: Dubai flights suspended until October 2Turkish Airlines: Dubai and Abu Dhabi services resumed; Iran routes remain suspendedAir Canada delays Dubai returnAir Canada has extended the suspension of Dubai and Tel Aviv flights and delayed the resumption of its Dubai service until mid-January 2027.Passengers affected by the changes can rebook for a later date, change destinations or cancel bookings for travel credit under the airline’s flexible booking policy.What UAE travellers should do todayIf you are flying from the UAE:Check your flight status before leaving for the airportMonitor airline websites and apps for updatesKeep your contact details updatedAllow extra time for your journeyFollow official travel advisories before departure