UAE airline cancels flight to Iran, Israel amid strikes

A plume of smoke rises following a reported explosion in Tehran on February 28, 2026. Iran said on February 28 it will "respond decisively" after Israel and the United States launched strikes on the country despite talks underway on Tehran's nuclear programme. (Photo by AFP)

ABU DHABI:  Flydubai, a government-owned airline based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, said on Saturday (Feb 28) that flights to Iran and Israel were disrupted following the closure of multiple airspaces in the region, according to a spokesperson, reported Xinhua.

The airline said it was working to minimise disruption to its schedule.

Describing the situation as ongoing, the carrier said it was closely monitoring developments and adjusting its flight schedule accordingly, stressing that the safety of passengers and crew remains its top priority.

Passengers were advised to check the status of their flights before travelling and to ensure their contact details are up to date through the airline's booking management system.- Bernama