Iran-Israel war update: Dubai International Airport suspends all flights; Heathrow Airport, Abu Dhabi Airports issue passenger advisory
Kartavya Desk Staff
Iran-Israel News: Iran has shut airspace, following a missile attack by Israel and the US. A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) was issued conveying the same, as per flightradar. The attack by joint forces of was nicknamed “Operation Lion’s roar”. Apart from Tehran, blasts were also heard in the cities of Qom, Karaj, Kermanshah, and Isfahan. A visual representation of the airspace over Iran and Israel by Flightradar24 showed them devoid of any planes. Check the latest updates on the Israel-Iran conflict here. Airlines in India are also issuing advisories to customers, asking them to remain prepared for changes to any schedule related to flights to and from Iran. • Thiruvananthapuram airport issues advisory Thiruvananthapuram International Airport has issued a passenger advisory cautioning that certain international flights may face delays or rerouting. > #PassengerAdvisory pic.twitter.com/mjVd4hiuRF — Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (@TRV_Airport_Off) February 28, 2026 #PassengerAdvisory pic.twitter.com/mjVd4hiuRF — Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (@TRV_Airport_Off) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • IndiGo Travel Advisory India’s largest domestic carrier IndiGo said: We are closely monitoring regional updates concerning Iran and its airspace. The safety and security of our customers and crew remain our highest priority. Our teams stand prepared to implement any necessary adjustments as the situation evolves. Customers are advised to check their flight status prior to departure. In the event of any impact, updates will be communicated promptly via registered contact details.” IndiGo further said it will continue to keep flyers informed of any changes. • Air India Travel Advisory Meanwhile, Air India has also suspended its flight operations to the Middle East. Sharing a post on X, it said: “In view of the developing situation in parts of the Middle East, all Air India flights to all destinations in the Middle East have been suspended. We remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for our passengers and crew. We will continue to assess the safety and security environment for our flight operations and adjust operations proactively as required. Our teams will be extending all necessary support to passengers.” > #TravelAdvisory In view of the developing situation in parts of the Middle East, all Air India flights to all destinations in the Middle East have been suspended. We remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for our passengers and crew. We will continue to… — Air India (@airindia) February 28, 2026 #TravelAdvisory In view of the developing situation in parts of the Middle East, all Air India flights to all destinations in the Middle East have been suspended. We remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for our passengers and crew. We will continue to… — Air India (@airindia) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • SpiceJet Travel Advisory In a statement, SpiceJet said: “Due to airspace closure in Dubai (DXB), some of our flights may be affected. Passengers are advised to check their flight status at http://spicejet.com/#status or contact our 247 Reservation Helpline numbers at +91 (0)124 4983410 or +91 (0)124 7101600 for assistance.” > #TravelUpdate: Due to airspace closure in Dubai (DXB), some of our flights may be affected. Passengers are advised to check their flight status at https://t.co/2wynECZugy or contact our 247 Reservation Helpline numbers at +91 (0)124 4983410 or +91 (0)124 7101600 for assistance. — SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) February 28, 2026 #TravelUpdate: Due to airspace closure in Dubai (DXB), some of our flights may be affected. Passengers are advised to check their flight status at https://t.co/2wynECZugy or contact our 24*7 Reservation Helpline numbers at +91 (0)124 4983410 or +91 (0)124 7101600 for assistance. — SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • EaseMyTrip Travel Advisory In a statement, EaseMyTrip said: “Due to the ongoing military escalation between Iran and Israel, airspace in both countries remains closed for civilian flight operations as a precautionary measure. If your itinerary includes transit through or near this region, your flight schedule may be adjusted and travel duration may increase as airlines reroute services for safety. We recommend checking your airline notifications for the latest updates regarding your journey. EaseMyTrip is closely monitoring the situation and will assist you with any required changes.” • Abu Dhabi Airports Travel Advisory In a statement, Abu Dhabi Airports said: “…some inbound and outbound flights at Zayed International Airport (AUH) may experience delays, diversions, or cancellations, due to the temporary closure of UAE airspace.” > pic.twitter.com/AoNP9f5Rox — ABU DHABI AIRPORTS مطارات أبوظبي (@ad_airports) February 28, 2026 pic.twitter.com/AoNP9f5Rox — ABU DHABI AIRPORTS مطارات أبوظبي (@ad_airports) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • Heathrow Airport issues passenger advisory In a statement, Heathrow Airport said: “Due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East and resulting airspace closures in the region, a small number of flights at Heathrow have been cancelled or delayed. Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest information on their flight.” • Boston Logan International Airport Travel Advisory In a statement, Boston Logan International Airport said: “Due to the situation in the Middle East, flights to the area including Dubai, Doha and Tel Aviv may be affected. Please check with your airline before coming to the airport.” • Emirates Airline suspend flight operations from Dubai In a statement, Emirates Airline said: “Due to multiple regional airspace closures, Emirates has temporarily suspended operations to and from Dubai. We are actively monitoring the situation and engaging with relevant authorities.” > Due to multiple regional airspace closures, Emirates has temporarily suspended operations to and from Dubai. Emirates urges customers to check https://t.co/Ucm3UswfVh and https://t.co/yehFUeWZQq for the latest updates before proceeding to the airport. We are actively monitoring… pic.twitter.com/SLDC7iNaUN — Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) February 28, 2026 Due to multiple regional airspace closures, Emirates has temporarily suspended operations to and from Dubai. Emirates urges customers to check https://t.co/Ucm3UswfVh and https://t.co/yehFUeWZQq for the latest updates before proceeding to the airport. We are actively monitoring… pic.twitter.com/SLDC7iNaUN — Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • ITA Airways Travel Advisory ITA Airways has suspended flights to and from Tel Aviv and would not use the airspace of Israel, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq and Iran until March 7. Flights to and from Dubai were suspended until March 1, reports Reuters. ## Etihad Airways Travel Advisory In a statement, Etihad Airways said: “All departures from Abu Dhabi are suspended until 14:00 (UAE time) Sunday 1 March. Arrivals before 14:00 (UAE time) Sunday 1 March are cancelled. Services after expected to operate, subject to conditions.” > Operational update: All departures from Abu Dhabi are suspended until 14:00 (UAE time) Sunday 1 March. Arrivals before 14:00 (UAE time) Sunday 1 March are cancelled. Services after expected to operate, subject to conditions. Information and updates: https://t.co/1KpxrvtK0n — Etihad Airways (@etihad) February 28, 2026 Operational update: All departures from Abu Dhabi are suspended until 14:00 (UAE time) Sunday 1 March. Arrivals before 14:00 (UAE time) Sunday 1 March are cancelled. Services after expected to operate, subject to conditions. Information and updates: https://t.co/1KpxrvtK0n — Etihad Airways (@etihad) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • Oman Air Travel Advisory Oman Air has also suspended its flight operations to and from Baghdad. “In light of recent developments in the region, our flights to and from Baghdad have been temporarily suspended. The rest of our network is operating as scheduled and, where re-routing is necessary, will utilise flight paths well distanced from conflict areas. We advise all guests to check their flight status at http://omanair.com before leaving for the airport,” it said. > ⚠️ Dear valued guests, In light of recent developments in the region, our flights to and from Baghdad have been temporarily suspended. The rest of our network is operating as scheduled and, where re-routing is necessary, will utilise flight paths well distanced from conflict… — Oman Air (@omanair) February 28, 2026 ⚠️ Dear valued guests, In light of recent developments in the region, our flights to and from Baghdad have been temporarily suspended. The rest of our network is operating as scheduled and, where re-routing is necessary, will utilise flight paths well distanced from conflict… — Oman Air (@omanair) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • Qatar Airways Qatar Airways has also suspended flight operations to and from Doha following the closure of Qatari airspace. “The airline is working closely with government stakeholders and the relevant authorities to support impacted passengers and will resume operations when the airspace re-opens. Once usual operations resume, we anticipate delays to our flight schedule. We have also deployed additional ground staff at Hamad International Airport and other key airports to assist affected passengers,” it said. > Temporary Suspension of Qatar Airways Flights due to Qatari Airspace Closure Qatar Airways Group confirms the temporary suspension of its flights to, and from, Doha due to the closure of Qatari airspace. The airline is working closely with government stakeholders and the… — Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) February 28, 2026 Temporary Suspension of Qatar Airways Flights due to Qatari Airspace Closure Qatar Airways Group confirms the temporary suspension of its flights to, and from, Doha due to the closure of Qatari airspace. The airline is working closely with government stakeholders and the… — Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) February 28, 2026 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js • Flight operations suspended at Dubai International Airport In a statement, Dubai Media Office said: “Dubai Airports confirms that all flight operations at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) are suspended until further notice. Passengers are advised not to travel to the airport at this time and to contact their respective airlines directly for the latest updates regarding their flights. We appreciate the cooperation of our guests. Further updates will be provided as we continue to monitor the situation.” • Virgin Atlantic Advisory According to Reuters, Virgin Atlantic said it will temporarily avoid Iraqi airspace, resulting in some pre-planned rerouting of its flights and has cancelled its VS400 service from London Heathrow to Dubai on Saturday. • Pakistan International Airlines suspends flight operations Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Saturday suspended its flight operations to Gulf countries: United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait, reports PTI. • Turkish Airlines cancels some Middle East flights According to Reuters, Turkish Airlines cancelled flights to several Middle Eastern destinations including Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Oman. • London’s Gatwick Airport issues travel advisory London’s Gatwick Airport has said that some flights to and from the airport may experience delays or cancellations due to airspace restrictions in the Middle East, reports Reuters. ## British Airways cancels flights amid Middle East tensions As per Reuters, British Airways has cancelled flights to Tel Aviv and Bahrain until March 3 due to the situation in the Middle East, following strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have taken the operational decision to cancel our flights to Tel Aviv and Bahrain up to and including 03 March and have cancelled today’s service to Amman,” the airline said in a statement. 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