The US-Israeli war with Iran has now entered its sixth day. In the United Arab Emirates, some popular attractions have temporarily closed due to heightened security alerts across the region since the conflict began on February 28, affecting several Middle Eastern countries, according to Khaleej Times.
US Mission UAE security alert
US Mission in UAE issued a Level 3 security alert urging American citizens to depart immediately amid escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict, with embassies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai closed. UAE airspace faced disruptions but some flights have resumed on a limited basis.
Dubai Airport (DXB) status
DXB and UAE airports saw suspensions but now host limited services from five airlines, including Emirates operating about 100 flights for passengers, cargo, and aid. Indian carriers like Air India are running relief flights from Dubai. Operations are not fully resumed due to ongoing regional airspace restrictions.
Popular attractions
Global Village has announced it will remain closed until Friday, March 6, as a precautionary measure in line with official guidance, having been shut since March 1, 2026. Dubai Parks and Resorts will also stay closed on March 5 and 6, with visitors holding existing tickets advised to check the official website for updates.
Ain Dubai, the landmark observation wheel at Bluewaters Island, will remain shut on March 5 and 6, and guests with bookings have been urged to verify the latest information online before visiting. Jebel Jais and all its attractions, activities, and restaurants have been temporarily closed as a precaution, with operations set to resume once conditions are deemed safe.
Meanwhile, coordinated efforts between airport authorities and airline officials have provided some relief to stranded travelers who had been dealing with uncertainty in recent days due to widespread flight cancellations and delays.
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Mixed accounts of passengers arriving at IGIA from UAE
Passengers arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport from Dubai on Thursday shared mixed accounts of the situation in the UAE. While one described an atmosphere of panic, another said life appeared largely normal. However, both noted a sharp rise in airfares.
A passenger Rahul Saxena, who landed at IGI Airport from Dubai, shared there is a situation of panic in the region, according to ANI. “There is a situation of panic there. The sooner the government evacuates everyone, the better,” Saxena said.
However, another passenger, Gautam Gupta, who also landed at IGI Airport from Dubai, said everything is normal in Dubai and they did not confront any issues. “Everything is normal in Dubai. We did not face any difficulties. The prices of the flights have increased,” Gupta said.
SpiceJet to run 13 special flights from UAE on Thursday
SpiceJet will run 13 special flights from the UAE on Thursday to facilitate the return of passengers stranded amid the Middle East tensions, according to PTI.
“Of the 13 flights, 12 will operate from Fujairah and 1 will operate from Dubai. The airline will operate seven special flights to Mumbai, five special flights to Delhi and one special flight from Dubai to Mumbai,” it said in a statement on Thursday.
