Lufthansa suspends Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights until March 4 due to Middle East airspace risk

Published on 24 April 2026

Flights are paused and UAE airspace is bypassed

Lufthansa has suspended all flights to and from Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and will also avoid UAE airspace until March 4, 2026. The move follows escalating tensions in the Middle East, prompting other airlines to cancel or reroute services. Thousands of travelers are expected to face delays and disruptions, with carrier safety cited as the top priority.

Lufthansa halts flights to and from Dubai and Abu Dhabi
The airline will bypass UAE airspace until March 4, 2026
Rising Middle East escalation is driving cancellations and reroutes
Thousands of passengers may face travel disruptions

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Lufthansa suspends Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights until March 4 due to Middle East airspace risk

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