UAE–India travel: Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi issues update
Indian expats in UAE urged to check flight status as airlines revise schedules
Dubai: The Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi has issued a travel advisory for passengers flying between the UAE and India.
As per instructions from the UAE Civil Aviation Authorities, airlines have updated and reduced flight schedules. Travellers are urged to confirm details with their airline before departure.
Only limited flights will operate from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Fujairah airports to destinations across India.
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Air India updates UAE operations
Following instructions from UAE airport authorities, Air India and Air India Express will curtail operations on March 15.
Air India highlights:
Cancelled flights: All Air India Express services to and from Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah.
Limited service: Only one round trip each on the Delhi–Dubai sector, subject to slot availability and prevailing conditions.
Passenger options: Guests on cancelled or suspended flights can rebook at no extra charge or request a full refund.
Commitment to safety: Airlines remain focused on bringing stranded passengers home safely.
SpiceJet highlights:
Special flights: Seven flights from the UAE to India on March 15–16 to assist Indian nationals amid the West Asia conflict.
March 15 services: Three flights from Fujairah—two to Delhi, one to Mumbai—and a special flight from Dubai to Pune.
March 16 services: Four flights from Fujairah to India plus one additional Dubai–India flight.
Coordination: SpiceJet is working with airport authorities and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and passenger handling.
Passengers on cancelled services can rebook or request a full refund, and all flights remain subject to slot availability and prevailing conditions.
