UAE: Severe Weather Triggers Widespread Flight Delays And Cancellations At DXB

Dubai International Airport (DXB) has warned passengers of widespread flight delays and cancellations as unstable weather conditions continue to affect travel across the UAE. In a statement posted on X via its official account @DXB, Dubai Airports said: “Due to adverse weather, some flights are delayed or cancelled and there is water accumulation on some roads. Please allow extra time to reach #DXB or use the @rta_dubai Metro.” The disruption comes amid forecasts of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds and possible fog across the country. The National Centre of Meteorology said unstable conditions linked to the Al Bashayer low-pressure system are expected to persist through Friday morning, with further rain possible over the weekend. Dubai Airports said the adverse weather has created significant operational challenges since early Friday, affecting both flight schedules and access to the airport. Passengers were advised to check the status of their flights directly with airlines or via the airport’s official flight status website before travelling. A check of DXB’s flight status page early on December 19 showed numerous delayed and cancelled services involving airlines such as Emirates, flydubai, flynas and Royal Jordanian. Several international carriers, including Turkish Airlines, Saudia, Kuwait Airways and Qatar Airways, were […]