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UAE Airlines Navigate Saudi Arabia Flight Disruptions Amid Ongoing CancellationsMiscellaneous

UAE Airlines Navigate Saudi Arabia Flight Disruptions Amid Ongoing Cancellations

UAE airlines are adjusting flight schedules to Saudi Arabia due to ongoing cancellations affecting routes to Riyadh and Dammam, even as some airports partially resume operations. Passengers are urged to check flight statuses directly with airlines.

The National|November 12, 2026
Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Honored with Dubai-it Award for Pioneering Aviation TransformationMiscellaneous

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Honored with Dubai-it Award for Pioneering Aviation Transformation

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed has been honored with the Dubai-it Award for his transformative leadership in the aviation sector, elevating Dubai into a global aviation hub. The award recognizes his four-decade career driving the expansion of Emirates, flydubai, and Dubai International Airport.

The National|October 28, 2026
Etihad and Emirates Dominate Luxury Airline Amenities RankingMiscellaneous

Etihad and Emirates Dominate Luxury Airline Amenities Ranking

Etihad Airways and Emirates have topped a new ranking of the world's most extravagant airline luxuries, with Etihad's 'The Residence' taking the first position. The assessment by AirAdvisor highlights unique amenities like private suites, onboard spas, and lounges that go beyond traditional first-class offerings.

The National|October 28, 2026|1
Travel Chaos Persists: UAE Flight Cancellations to Riyadh Extended Through TuesdayBreaking News

Travel Chaos Persists: UAE Flight Cancellations to Riyadh Extended Through Tuesday

UAE airlines have extended flight cancellations to and from Riyadh through Tuesday following the closure of King Khalid International Airport due to a deadly Houthi attack.

The National|October 12, 2026
Major UAE Airlines Cancel Flights to Riyadh Following Deadly Airport AttackBreaking News

Major UAE Airlines Cancel Flights to Riyadh Following Deadly Airport Attack

Major UAE airlines have cancelled flights to and from Riyadh following the temporary closure of King Khalid International Airport due to a deadly Houthi rebel attack.

The National|October 11, 2026
Major UAE Airlines Cancel Riyadh Flights Following Airport Closure After Deadly AttackBreaking News

Major UAE Airlines Cancel Riyadh Flights Following Airport Closure After Deadly Attack

UAE airlines have cancelled numerous flights to and from Riyadh following the closure of King Khalid International Airport after a deadly attack, causing widespread travel disruptions.

The National|October 11, 2026
Riyadh Airport Operations Resume Normal Schedules Following Days of Regional Flight DisruptionsBreaking News

Riyadh Airport Operations Resume Normal Schedules Following Days of Regional Flight Disruptions

Flight operations at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport are returning to normal following days of severe disruptions and cancellations caused by recent Houthi attacks.

The National|October 9, 2026|1
Flydubai Grounds Israel Flights Following Dramatic Mid-Air Cockpit Incident and Emergency Landing in Saudi ArabiaBreaking News

Flydubai Grounds Israel Flights Following Dramatic Mid-Air Cockpit Incident and Emergency Landing in Saudi Arabia

Flydubai has suspended flights to and from Israel following a dramatic cockpit altercation aboard a Tel Aviv-bound flight that forced an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.

The National|October 1, 2026|1
Emirates Confronts Negative Headlines and Travel Disruption in Candid New Dubai Ad CampaignEconomy

Emirates Confronts Negative Headlines and Travel Disruption in Candid New Dubai Ad Campaign

Emirates has launched a candid new video campaign addressing recent travel disruptions and negative headlines about Dubai, while highlighting the airline's upgraded passenger services and insurance offerings.

The National|September 29, 2026|1
Dubai Flights Face Lingering Delays Following Sunday's Major Travel DisruptionsMiscellaneous

Dubai Flights Face Lingering Delays Following Sunday's Major Travel Disruptions

Flights to Dubai and the UAE faced lingering delays on Monday morning following significant travel disruptions and schedule adjustments on Sunday.

The National|September 28, 2026|1
UAE Tourism Ready for Major Winter Boost as Officials Declare 'The Descending Is Over'Economy

UAE Tourism Ready for Major Winter Boost as Officials Declare 'The Descending Is Over'

UAE tourism leaders are gearing up for a strong winter season and beyond, backed by rising hotel occupancy, increased regional travel demand, and major expansions by airlines and hospitality firms.

The National|September 16, 2026|1
Emirates Set to Restore Prewar Seat Capacity by Year-End Amid Rebounding Travel DemandEconomy

Emirates Set to Restore Prewar Seat Capacity by Year-End Amid Rebounding Travel Demand

Emirates airline expects to restore its full prewar seat capacity by the end of the year as travel demand rebounds. Despite rising fuel costs and operational disruptions from the Iran war, the carrier anticipates remaining profitable.

The National|September 15, 2026|1
Emirates Now Accepts UAE's Jaywan Cards for Flight Bookings with Special Launch DiscountsEconomy

Emirates Now Accepts UAE's Jaywan Cards for Flight Bookings with Special Launch Discounts

Emirates passengers can now book flights using the UAE's national domestic card, Jaywan, accompanied by a limited-time launch discount on eligible bookings.

The National|September 15, 2026
Dubai Sets Sights on Tourism Rebound as ATM 2026 Focuses on Resilience and RecoveryEconomy

Dubai Sets Sights on Tourism Rebound as ATM 2026 Focuses on Resilience and Recovery

Dubai tourism officials and industry leaders remain optimistic about a sector rebound, relying on carrier recoveries, upcoming events, and the upcoming Arabian Travel Market to restore visitor confidence.

The National|September 11, 2026|1
UAE Airlines Expand Global Reach with a Wave of New Direct Flight Routes in 2026Miscellaneous

UAE Airlines Expand Global Reach with a Wave of New Direct Flight Routes in 2026

UAE airlines including Etihad Airways, Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia are expanding their networks with numerous new direct flight routes launching throughout 2026.

The National|September 11, 2026
Dubai and Abu Dhabi Flights Face Severe Disruptions Following Heathrow Outage, Volcanic Ash, and Fresh Middle East TensionsBreaking News

Dubai and Abu Dhabi Flights Face Severe Disruptions Following Heathrow Outage, Volcanic Ash, and Fresh Middle East Tensions

Flights at Dubai International Airport and Zayed International Airport are experiencing significant delays and cancellations due to a UK air traffic control outage, regional Middle Eastern conflicts, and recent volcanic ash disruption from Indonesia.

The National|September 9, 2026|1
Bahrain International Airshow Postponed to 2028 Amid Ongoing Regional ConflictBreaking News

Bahrain International Airshow Postponed to 2028 Amid Ongoing Regional Conflict

The Bahrain International Airshow has been postponed to November 2028 as the ongoing Iran war severely impacts regional aviation, tourism, and security.

The National|September 8, 2026|1
Emirates Introduces Industry-First Electric Privacy Screen for Premium Economy Seats on New Airbus A350 FleetTechnology

Emirates Introduces Industry-First Electric Privacy Screen for Premium Economy Seats on New Airbus A350 Fleet

Emirates has revealed the world's first fully electric premium economy seats featuring privacy screens, set to debut on its new Airbus A350 aircraft.

The National|September 3, 2026|1
Middle East Flight Status: International Airlines Update Schedules Amid Ongoing Airspace RestrictionsMiscellaneous

Middle East Flight Status: International Airlines Update Schedules Amid Ongoing Airspace Restrictions

International airlines continue to update their flight schedules, extending suspensions and adjusting routes across the Middle East due to ongoing airspace restrictions and regional security concerns.

The National|September 1, 2026|1
Dubai International Airport Chief Confident DXB Will Retain World's Busiest Hub Crown Despite ConflictEconomy

Dubai International Airport Chief Confident DXB Will Retain World's Busiest Hub Crown Despite Conflict

Dubai International Airport expects to maintain its ranking as the world's busiest international hub this year despite a second-quarter traffic drop caused by regional conflict.

The National|August 26, 2026|1
Emirates Restarts Limited Dubai-Kuwait Flights Following Regional DisruptionEconomy

Emirates Restarts Limited Dubai-Kuwait Flights Following Regional Disruption

Emirates has brought back a limited daily service between Dubai and Kuwait following a suspension caused by regional conflict, though flight frequencies remain well below normal levels.

The National|August 24, 2026|1
US Prepares Major Economic Pressure on Iran as Syria-Israel Talks Resume and Emirates Restarts Kuwait FlightsEconomy

US Prepares Major Economic Pressure on Iran as Syria-Israel Talks Resume and Emirates Restarts Kuwait Flights

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces heavy economic pressure on Iran, while Syria-Israel talks resume in Jordan and Emirates airline restarts Kuwait flights.

The National|August 24, 2026|1
Emirates and Ryanair Trade Playful Jabs on Social Media Over New Economy HeadrestsMiscellaneous

Emirates and Ryanair Trade Playful Jabs on Social Media Over New Economy Headrests

Emirates and Ryanair engaged in a lighthearted social media exchange after Ryanair mocked the Dubai airline's new adjustable economy class headrests.

The National|August 23, 2026
Lufthansa Goes Viral with Clever Travel Etiquette Apparel Collection Featuring 'Middle Seat Gets the Armrests'Culture

Lufthansa Goes Viral with Clever Travel Etiquette Apparel Collection Featuring 'Middle Seat Gets the Armrests'

German airline Lufthansa has gained online popularity with a witty travel etiquette clothing line that tackles common in-flight debates, such as who claims the armrests.

The National|August 20, 2026