West Asia conflict: Dubai’s Emirates announces partial resumption of flights

Dubai-based Emirates on Thursday (March 5, 2026) announced resumption of a “reduced flight schedule” with more than 100 flights on March 5-6 for the first time since the Iran-Israel airstrikes commenced on February 27, 2026.

This is an expansion from the earlier “exceptional flights” it had been running, signalling a gradual return to normalcy.

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“For 5 and 6 March, over 100 flights will depart from Dubai and return. These flights will carry people eager to reach their final destinations, as well as essential cargo like perishables and pharmaceuticals,” according to a media statement from Emirates. 

The airline added that it will gradually build back its flying schedule, subject to airspace availability and all operational requirements being met.