UAE flight cancellations are affecting services between Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah and destinations in Kuwait and Bahrain. Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai and Air Arabia passengers should check their booking before leaving for the airport.
The disruption covers a mix of cancellations and delays, with some changes extending through July 24. Flight status can change quickly, so the airline’s own app, website or customer service channel should be the final check.
Emirates Flights To Kuwait
Emirates cancellations on the Dubai-Kuwait route include EK853, EK855, EK857 and EK859, along with return services EK854, EK856, EK858 and EK860.
For July 23, the affected Dubai departures also include EK871. Its return service, EK872, is listed among the Kuwait-to-Dubai changes.
Passengers should not assume another flight on the same day will operate normally. Rebooking can shift seat availability, and airport screens may update later than direct airline notices.
Emirates Flights To Bahrain
Dubai-Bahrain services EK835, EK837 and EK839 are affected, with return flights EK836, EK838 and EK840 also listed.
Additional July 23 changes include EK833 from Dubai and EK834 from Bahrain. Travellers should confirm both outbound and return sectors if they hold a round-trip booking.
Etihad Airways Changes
Etihad has cancelled selected Abu Dhabi services to Kuwait and Bahrain. Flights EY653 and EY654 between Abu Dhabi and Kuwait are cancelled through Friday, July 24.
Flights EY647 and EY648 between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain are cancelled on Thursday, July 23. The airline is contacting affected passengers with alternative arrangements, so updated phone and email details are important.
flydubai Cancellations
flydubai cancelled several Dubai-Bahrain services for July 22. The affected outbound flights are FZ021, FZ023 and FZ027, while return services FZ022, FZ024 and FZ028 are also affected.
Dubai-Kuwait flights remain scheduled at the time of this update. Passengers should still recheck because operational plans can change with little notice.
Air Arabia Routes
Air Arabia has cancellations and delays on routes linking Abu Dhabi and Sharjah with Kuwait and Bahrain. The affected city pairs include Abu Dhabi-Kuwait, Sharjah-Kuwait, Sharjah-Bahrain and Abu Dhabi-Bahrain.
Because the changes include delays as well as cancellations, passengers need to check the exact flight number rather than relying only on the route.
What Passengers Should Do Now
Check the booking before arranging a taxi, parking or airport drop-off. Use the airline’s official status page, then review your email and text messages for rebooking instructions.
Emirates passengers can use the official Emirates flight-status tool. Dubai Bliss readers can follow our latest UAE travel alerts for other service changes.
If a flight is cancelled, ask the airline about rebooking, refunds, accommodation and meal support based on the ticket conditions and the reason for disruption. Keep receipts for necessary expenses, but do not assume every cost will be reimbursed.
Passengers with connecting flights should check the entire itinerary. A short first-sector cancellation can affect long-haul connections, hotel reservations and onward transport even when the later flight still shows as scheduled.
Travel insurance customers should review the policy wording before making new purchases. Coverage can depend on when the policy was bought, the cause of the disruption and whether the airline has already offered an alternative.
Finally, avoid travelling to the airport only to seek information unless the airline specifically asks you to do so. Digital rebooking is usually faster during widespread disruption, and terminal staff may be handling long queues.
FAQs
Which airlines have UAE flight cancellations?
Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai and Air Arabia have reported affected services involving Kuwait and Bahrain routes.
How long are the Etihad Kuwait flights cancelled?
EY653 and EY654 are listed as cancelled through Friday, July 24. Check directly with Etihad because the operational plan may change.
Are flydubai flights to Kuwait cancelled?
Dubai-Kuwait services remain scheduled at the time of this update. Passengers should still check their exact flight before travelling.
Should passengers go to the airport?
Do not leave until the booking is checked through an official airline channel. If the flight is cancelled, follow the rebooking instructions before arranging airport transport.