UAE flight updates August 2026 — as of August 2 — show Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Air Arabia have cancelled all services to Kuwait and Bahrain on today’s schedule, while flydubai continues to operate normally and international carriers maintain their extended Gulf route suspensions.

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.

These UAE flight updates August 2026 cover every confirmed cancellation and schedule change for August 2, the US State Department travel warning currently in effect, IndiGo’s advisory for Indian passengers, Oman Air’s delay warning, and the complete airport preparation checklist for anyone flying from Dubai or Abu Dhabi today.

Emirates: All Kuwait and Most Bahrain Flights Cancelled August 2

Emirates has cancelled all eight Kuwait services and three Bahrain services operating August 2 from Dubai International Airport.

Dubai (DXB) to Kuwait (KWI) — Cancelled:

• EK853, EK855, EK857, EK859

Kuwait (KWI) to Dubai (DXB) — Cancelled:

• EK854, EK856, EK858, EK860

Dubai (DXB) to Bahrain (BAH) — Cancelled:

• EK835, EK837, EK839

Emirates said some flight information, including Bahrain-Dubai services, may only be available closer to departure. Passengers are advised to check updates before travelling and arrive at the airport at least three hours before departure.

Etihad: Kuwait and Bahrain Suspended

Etihad Airways has cancelled selected flights between Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport and both Kuwait International Airport and Bahrain International Airport.

Cancelled Etihad services:

• EY653 and EY654 between Abu Dhabi and Kuwait — suspended

Passengers affected by the cancellations have been advised to update their contact details with Etihad Airways to receive the latest travel information directly.

Air Arabia: Extensive Cancellations Across Multiple Gulf Corridors

Air Arabia has the broadest cancellation footprint among UAE carriers today — affecting Abu Dhabi to Kuwait, Abu Dhabi to Bahrain, Sharjah to Kuwait, Sharjah to Bahrain, and Sharjah to Abha in Saudi Arabia.

Abu Dhabi – Kuwait:

• 3L020 — Cancelled
• 3L022 — Not yet departed

Kuwait – Abu Dhabi:

• 3L021 — Cancelled
• 3L023 — Not yet departed

Abu Dhabi – Bahrain:

• 3L015 — Time updated
• 3L017 — Not yet departed

Bahrain – Abu Dhabi:

• 3L016 — Time updated
• 3L018 — Not yet departed

Sharjah – Kuwait:

• G9068 — Cancelled
• G9124 — Cancelled
• G9121 — Not yet departed

Kuwait – Sharjah:

• G9069 — Cancelled
• G9125 — Cancelled
• G9122 — Not yet departed

Sharjah – Bahrain:

• G9107 — Cancelled
• G9101 — Time updated
• G9103 — Not yet departed
• G9105 — Not yet departed

Bahrain – Sharjah:

• G9108 — Cancelled
• G9102 — Time updated
• G9104 — Not yet departed
• G9106 — Not yet departed

Sharjah – Abha, Saudi Arabia:

• G9195 — Cancelled
• G9196 — Cancelled

Passengers affected should contact Air Arabia for rebooking options and the latest updates.

flydubai: Normal Operations

flydubai has not announced major changes to its flight schedule and continues to operate services as normal. Passengers flying flydubai today should still check flight status before travelling, complete online check-in where available, and allow extra time during the summer travel rush.

UAE Flight Updates August 2 — Carrier Summary	Status
Emirates — Kuwait routes (all 8)	✅ Cancelled
Emirates — Bahrain routes (3 confirmed)	✅ Cancelled
Etihad — Kuwait (EY653/654)	✅ Suspended
Etihad — Bahrain	✅ Cancelled
Air Arabia — Abu Dhabi–Kuwait	Partial cancellations
Air Arabia — Sharjah–Kuwait	Partial cancellations
Air Arabia — Abu Dhabi/Sharjah–Bahrain	Partial cancellations + time changes
Air Arabia — Sharjah–Abha, Saudi Arabia	✅ Cancelled
flydubai	✅ Normal operations
Qatar Airways — Bahrain, Erbil, Kuwait	✅ Suspended until July 31
Turkish Airlines — Dubai, Abu Dhabi	✅ Resumed (Iran suspended)

IndiGo and Indian Carriers: What Indian Travelers Need to Know Right Now

IndiGo has issued an advisory warning passengers of possible flight schedule changes due to the evolving Middle East situation. Travellers are advised to check flight status before heading to the airport. The airline said updates will be shared through registered contact details.

This is a critical message for the approximately 3.5 million Indian nationals living and working in the UAE and for Indian travelers currently transiting through Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

Air India and IndiGo Gulf routes are still operating — both carriers have maintained their UAE services throughout the conflict period without suspension. However, IndiGo’s advisory signals that the situation is being monitored in real time and schedule changes could come without extended warning.

What Indian passengers must do right now:

• Ensure your mobile number and email address are updated in your IndiGo and Air India booking profiles — this is the channel through which schedule changes are communicated
• Check flight status at the airline’s app or website within 2 hours of planned departure, not just the night before
• Complete Air Suvidha 2.0 before any India-bound flight — mandatory at airsuvidha.civilaviation.gov.in within 24 hours of India arrival
• Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before departure given current summer peak volumes

Oman Air Warning: Delays Expected

Oman Air has warned passengers of delays on some flights after temporary airspace restrictions and operational challenges affected aircraft movements across its network.

The airline said teams are working to minimise disruption and restore normal operations. Passengers affected by schedule changes will be contacted through WhatsApp, email, or SMS if their booking details are updated. Oman Air said it may also offer alternative flights on other carriers where available.

For Indian travelers connecting through Muscat or flying Oman Air between India and the Gulf, build additional buffer time into connections and confirm your flight status before traveling to the airport.

International Carrier Gulf Suspension Update

The UAE flight updates August 2026 situation for international carriers remains broadly unchanged from previous days. Most major European carriers remain suspended.

British Airways has suspended flights to Dubai, Bahrain, Amman and Tel Aviv until October 31. Singapore Airlines, Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, Finnair and ITA Airways have suspended Dubai services until October 24. Lufthansa and Swiss International Air Lines will not resume Dubai flights until September 13. Aegean Airlines and Air Astana have extended Dubai suspensions until August 31. KLM has suspended Dubai services until August 23. Philippine Airlines continues to suspend Dubai flights until October 2, while Manila–Doha services have resumed. Turkish Airlines has resumed flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi but continues to suspend services to Iran. Wizz Air expects to resume Dubai and Abu Dhabi services during September.

Saudia has updated all cancellations and schedule changes in its reservation system through the end of October 2026 — passengers should check Saudia booking channels before travelling.

Why Some Flights Are Taking Longer

Even flights that are operating are not all following normal routes. Although many UAE flights continue to operate, airlines are avoiding parts of regional airspace due to security concerns.

Passengers may experience longer flight times of one to three hours due to alternative routes, last-minute cancellations or schedule changes, longer connection times at transit airports, and delays in baggage delivery.

This means a flight that normally takes 2 hours may now take 3–4 hours — and connection itineraries that previously had 1.5-hour layovers may now be too tight. If you have a connecting flight at any Gulf hub today, check whether your connection buffer is sufficient given the extended flight times now being experienced.

US State Department Travel Warning

The US State Department has issued a security alert covering several Middle Eastern countries including the UAE, warning citizens to prepare for possible flight cancellations, temporary airspace closures, and travel disruptions. The advisory urged Americans in the region to “consider departing, or be prepared to depart should there be escalation.”

While this advisory is directed at US citizens, the underlying concern — that the security situation could escalate rapidly — is relevant to all travelers in the UAE.

Airport and Departure Checklist for Today

Given the UAE flight updates August 2026 environment of cancellations and schedule changes, every passenger departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB) or Zayed International Airport (AUH) today should follow this checklist.

• Check flight status — before leaving home, not at the airport
• Arrive 3 hours early — both UAE airports are advising this due to summer peak volumes and check-in queue times
• Keep contact details updated — in your airline booking profile for real-time SMS and email alerts
• Complete online check-in — where available, saves 20–30 minutes at the airport
• Have travel documents ready — passport, visa if required, boarding pass on phone and printed backup
• Dubai Metro to Terminal 3 — Monday to Thursday and Saturday: 5am to midnight; Friday: 5am to 1am; Sunday: 8am to midnight

For Indian passengers: complete Air Suvidha 2.0 before India-bound departure — mandatory, free, at airsuvidha.civilaviation.gov.in. Remember UPI does not work in the UAE — carry UAE Dirhams or use a zero-forex international card. For travel insurance covering UAE flight disruptions and cancellations, SafetyWing Nomad Insurance provides comprehensive coverage at affordable daily rates for Indian travelers.

FAQs — UAE Flight Updates August 2026

Q: Which UAE airlines are operating normally on August 2?

flydubai has not announced major changes and continues to operate services normally. Emirates, Etihad, and Air Arabia are all operating their long-haul networks — but have cancelled or suspended all August 2 services to Kuwait and Bahrain. Air India and IndiGo Gulf routes to India are operating normally, though IndiGo has issued an advisory warning of possible changes. Passengers on all carriers should check flight status before heading to the airport.

Q: What should I do if my Emirates, Etihad, or Air Arabia flight to Kuwait or Bahrain is cancelled?

Contact your airline directly through their official app or call centre to confirm cancellation and request rebooking or refund options. Emirates, Etihad, and Air Arabia all offer free rebooking or full refunds when they cancel flights. Do not go to the airport and hope to resolve it there — contact the airline before leaving home. Document any additional expenses incurred due to the cancellation and submit them as a care claim to the airline.

Q: Which international airlines have resumed Gulf services and which are still suspended?

Turkish Airlines has resumed flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi and resumed Amman, Damascus, and Beirut. Air France resumed Dubai on July 27. Philippine Airlines resumed Doha. All other major European carriers including British Airways (until October 31), Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Air Canada, Finnair, and ITA Airways (all until October 24), Lufthansa and Swiss (until September 13), and KLM (until August 23) remain suspended. Wizz Air expects to resume Dubai and Abu Dhabi during September.

Final Word

The UAE flight updates August 2026 picture on August 2 is one of continued acute disruption on the specific Kuwait and Bahrain corridors — with Emirates cancelling all eight Kuwait flights and three Bahrain flights, Etihad suspending Kuwait, and Air Arabia cancelling across five Gulf corridors including Abha, Saudi Arabia. flydubai continues normally. Indian carriers are flying.

For Indian nationals in the UAE, the IndiGo advisory is the most directly relevant update — check your booking, update your contact details, and monitor status in the hours before any departure. The summer peak is adding queue time on top of conflict-related changes. Leave home early, arrive at the airport three hours ahead, and follow official airline channels only.

Also Read:

• EASA Gulf Airspace Warning Extended to August 31
• Middle East Flight Suspensions — Full Airline List July 2026
• UAE Travel Advisory July 2026 — Full Airline Status

Official Sources:

• Gulf News — UAE Flight Cancellations and Changes August 2, 2026
• Emirates Flight Status