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Temporary flight suspensions and service updates

Last updated: 22 June 2025, 09:10 Dubai (GMT+4)

Due to the current situation and the closure of certain airspace corridors, flydubai has temporarily suspended flights to and from the following countries and airports:

Until 30 June

Iran, Iraq, Israel, Syria and St. Petersburg

Passengers connecting through Dubai with final destinations in any of the above countries or airports will not be accepted for travel at their point of origin until further notice.

Passengers affected by these cancellations are advised to check rebooking options via Manage Booking on our website or contact their travel agent.

We also request all passengers to ensure their contact details are up to date via Manage Booking on our website to receive timely notifications.

Passengers departing from or arriving at Dubai International Airport (DXB) are encouraged to check their flight status on flydubai.com for the latest updates.

Please note that some other flights may be subject to delays or rerouting.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit flydubai.com or contact our Customer Centre.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. flydubai continues to monitor the situation closely, the safety of our passengers, crew, and operations remains our highest priority.

Construction works at Sofia Airport

Published on: 25 May 2025, 00:00 Dubai (GMT+4)

Due to construction works at Sofia Airport, we are expecting the airport to be busier than usual. Read more

To help ensure a smooth journey, please take note of the following travel tips: 

  • Please arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before your flight departure. Please note that check-in closes 60 minutes before the departure time of your flight.
  • Make sure your contact information is up to date. You can do this via Manage booking portal.
  • Save time at the airport by checking in online from 48 hours to 75 minutes before your flight from Sofia.
Terminal change at Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh

Published on: 27 December 2024, 11:07 Dubai (GMT+4)

Effective from 31 December 2024, all flydubai flights to and from Riyadh will operate from Terminal 3 of Riyadh King Khalid International Airport instead of Terminal 2.

Travelling to/from Saudi Arabia during Umrah/Hajj season

Last updated: 28 January 2025, 11:37 Dubai (GMT+4)

Travel requirements for passengers travelling to/from Saudi Arabia during Umrah/Hajj season. Read more

For more information please visit our Travelling to/from Saudi Arabia during Umrah/Hajj season page.

Restriction on carriage of pagers and walkie-talkies

Published on: 04 October 2024, 16:38 Dubai (GMT+4)

Until further notice, passengers travelling from or transiting through Dubai are not allowed to carry pagers and walkie-talkies in hand baggage, checked baggage, or cargo.

Change in boarding cut-off time at Muscat International Airport

Published on: 02 August 2024, 16:07 Dubai (GMT+4)

As requested by the local authorities, passengers travelling from Muscat are required to arrive at the boarding gate no later than 40 minutes before their flight departure time to complete the pre-boarding procedure.

Acceptance of children under 17 years to the UAE

Published on: 26 July 2024, 10:25 Dubai (GMT+4)

Until further notice, children aged 17 and under are not permitted to travel on a tourist or visitor visa unless accompanied by a parent or authorized guardian. This restriction does not apply to visa-exempt or visa-on-arrival nationals.

Terminal change at Almaty International Airport

Published on: 13 June 2024, 11:23 Dubai (GMT+4)

Effective from 12 June 2024 flydubai flights to and from Almaty will operate to Terminal 2 of Almaty International Airport instead of Terminal 1.

Terminal change at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow

Last updated: 30 May 2024, 13:49 Dubai (GMT+4)

Effective from 08 June 2024 flydubai flights to and from Lucknow will operate from Terminal 3 of Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport instead of Terminal 1.

flydubai’s MAX 9 aircraft are not affected by the directive by the FAA

Published on: 10 January 2024, 12:01 Dubai (GMT+4)

Following The Emergency Airworthiness Directive (EAD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on 06 January 2024, flydubai can confirm that the three Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft in its fleet are not affected. Read more

flydubai operates Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft with a deactivated mid-aft exit door configuration which is not referenced in the directive.

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