Aviation

Serbia's Foreign Ministry has announced that 67 Serbian citizens, as well as citizens from other European countries, have been safely evacuated from Israel via Sharm el-Sheikh on a special flight; on March 3, around 200 Serbian citizens were evacuated from the UAE via a flydubai flight

Update: British Airways flights from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha, Tel Aviv and other key hubs remain suspended as tensions escalate. An emergency Muscat–London service has been scheduled for stranded passengers. Details on booking and departure time

Flight disruptions, drone strike on British base, and limited American aid in the north of the island: Washington urges its citizens to reconsider traveling to Cyprus, with an emphasis on Turkish Cyprus

The Lufthansa Group, with its many companies, arrived at the ITB travel fair with an increased and particularly rich presence. At the heart of the event: Lufthansa's centennial celebrations and the luxury classes on airplanes

Etihad is offering free rebooking or refunds for eligible tickets amid ongoing regional disruptions. Abu Dhabi flights remain paused until 14:00 UAE time on March 5. All affected bookings must include this mention to be processed

Wizz Air is significantly expanding operations to Sharm el-Sheikh and increasing frequencies from six major bases in Europe, with the aim of creating an alternative connection for passengers

Lufthansa Group's subsidiary has announced it will install a 2×2 configuration in the first rows of eight aircraft, with an emphasis on space, privacy, and an upgraded service experience on medium-haul routes lasting 3 to 6 hours

The Paris flight will take off tomorrow, Wednesday, March 4, 2026, on an Airbus A330. The round-trip flight between Sharm El Sheikh and New York is scheduled for March 6 on a HiFly Airbus A330, with a stop in Lisbon. All Arkia flights remain canceled until March 7, inclusive

Air Canada suspends service to Dubai and Tel Aviv until March 23, 2026, citing regional security concerns. Passengers can rebook for free or request refunds

airBaltic updates that, in accordance with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency's guidelines, the aircraft may only fly with crew for its transfer to a new location

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has updated its air safety guidelines for conflict zones: airlines are asked to take precautions until March 6, 2026

Dubai and Zayed airports have partially reopened on Monday amid the air travel chaos in the Middle East, following airspace closures, flight cancellations, and route diversions. Which airports are still closed?

After temporarily suspending all flights, the company announces a partial resumption of operations. The remaining flights are still suspended until further notice

Dubai Airports Authority announces limited resumption of operations starting tonight; only a small number of flights will be allowed to operate in the first phase

Starting tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3, a daily flight will be operated on the Athens-Taba route; booking can only be made on the company's website and in flight format only

After a drone incident at the British base in Akrotiri, Cyprus activated civil defense plans, prepared shelters in Limassol, and issued safety guidance

TAROM postpones rescue flight for over 300 Romanians as Israel-Egypt border delays and baggage processing risk exceed crew duty limits. Over 1.000 Romanians remain stranded

With Gulf airspace closed, British nationals in Israel, Bahrain, Qatar, and UAE must register with FCDO for updates and read the official guide on staying safe indoors and seeking shelter: "Remain indoors in a secure location, avoid all travel and follow instructions from the local authorities"

The Cypriot airline will operate flights starting tomorrow, March 3, available for sale only until March 7. The flights are available on the company's website and are offered in a flight-only format

Airspace closures, flight cancellations, and route diversions: here is an updated report of the situation in the region

Dubai-based flydubai delivers fifth straight profitable year, with strong passenger demand, new routes, and rising Business Class traffic. The airline posted a revenue rise of 6%, reached 15.7 million passengers, and expanded its network to 140 destinations

Lufthansa has unveiled a blue Airbus A380 in honor of its 100th anniversary. The airline also introduced IATA Turbulence Aware tech to improve flight safety, efficiency, and comfort

The Hungarian low-cost airline is offering a special promotion until midnight today only. The discount is valid for bookings on the website and app for flights between March and June, subject to availability

Air Arabia will connect Sharjah and Rome with daily nonstop flights from July 2026, supporting tourism, business, and travel between the UAE and Italy

The company will establish a new wing in Terminal D at Miami International Airport, announcing plans to eliminate external boarding and add a direct connection to passport control

The national airline of the United Arab Emirates has been announced as an official partner of McLaren Racing. The airline's logo will appear on Formula 1 cars, followed by the launch of a Dreamliner branded in racing colors

Ahead of the summer season, the Hungarian low-cost carrier will open two routes to Zadar, Croatia, with direct flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport and Budapest. Reminder: you can book the new destination combination on the company's flights

Australian airline Qantas will operate a seasonal route between Sydney and Sin City, with no intermediate stops. The route will operate during the city's huge events, including the CES technology show. How long will the flight take?

The flight scheduled to depart Copenhagen around 12:00 will not depart, and as a result, the flight from Tel Aviv to Copenhagen is also canceled. TAM has provided a statement regarding the reason for the cancellation

The Irish low-cost carrier has launched its Summer 2026 flight schedule. Highlights include new destinations in Italy and the United Kingdom, and increased frequenciesin Spain and Scotland