GCC Regional Travel Advisory
The information is updated regularly; however, passengers should check the respective airline’s website for the latest updates before travelling.Last Updated: 21 July, 2026 | 11:00 AM GST
Important Notice
Due to ongoing regional tensions, air travel across parts of the Middle East has been affected by evolving airspace restrictions and occasional flight suspensions. Most major hubs remain operational, but always check with your airline before departure for the latest status.
Travel & Airspace Updates
Airspace Status
Most GCC airspace is now open. Kuwait's airspace has reopened and air traffic has returned to normal, though some flights are operating at limited capacity. Bahrain's airspace has reopened, with operations resuming gradually. UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman are fully operational. Jordan's airspace remains open but with reduced schedules following renewed regional tensions in early June.
Airport Operations
Qatar
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Additional flights are being reintroduced as airline partners gradually resume operations. Airport services and facilities remain fully available, with smooth, comfortable travel but some airlines are still operating reduced or selective schedules, passengers should confirm flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport.
United Arab Emirates
Dubai International Airport (DXB): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Zayed International Airport (AUH): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Fujairah International Airport (FJR): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Bahrain
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain's airspace has reopened and operations are resuming gradually. Some flights remain affected. Check with your airline before travelling.
Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Airspace has reopened and operations are back to normal. Kuwait Airways is running on regular schedule but some airlines affected. Confirm with your airline before travelling.
Oman
Muscat International Airport (MCT): Operational.
Some regional routes may see schedule changes. Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Salalah International Airport (SLL): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Saudi Arabia
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED – Jeddah): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
King Khalid International Airport (RUH – Riyadh): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
King Fahd International Airport (DMM – Dammam): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED – Madinah): Operational.
Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Jordan
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Operational but some flights see schedule changes or delays. Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
Airline Specific Updates
Current policies for major regional carriers.
Air India
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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Air France
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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British Airways
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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Egypt Air
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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Lufthansa
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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Singapore Airlines
Flights to U.A.E, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
View Official Page
SWISS
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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Virgin Atlantic
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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American Airlines
Flights to Middle East, Suspended until further notice
For latest information:
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Important Actions for Passengers
- Check your flight status directly with your airline before travelling to the airport.
- Do not proceed to the airport unless your flight is confirmed as operating.
- Update your contact details in your booking so airlines can send you realtime alerts.
- Review rebooking and refund options offered by your airline, especially if your flight is delayed, cancelled, or suspended.
- Monitor airline advisories frequently, as schedules may change at short notice due to dynamic airspace conditions.
Emergency Support & Booking Assistance
If you require immediate assistance with urgent travel arrangements related to entry, exit, or flight changes within the GCC, please complete the form with the necessary details. One of our travel specialists will contact you promptly.
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