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Independent Singapore
a day ago
- Independent Singapore
Singapore-bound travellers stranded as Middle East airspace closures ripple through Doha and Dubai
SINGAPORE: Thousands of travellers, including many headed to or returning from Singapore remain stranded at major Middle Eastern transit hubs — flight delays and cancellations continue to plague Doha's Hamad International Airport and Dubai International Airport, two of the busiest in the world. The disruption follows a sudden closure of airspace by Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait, in response to rising regional tensions after Iran's missile strike on a US military base in Doha earlier this week. Long waits, little clarity At Hamad International , Singapore-bound travellers described long queues and scant updates on alternative arrangements. Some reported not being provided any accommodation , adding to frustrations amid the chaos. Meanwhile, Dubai International Airport — which handled over 92 million passengers in 2024 — saw a backlog of delays even after briefly resuming operations. According to FlightRadar24, more than 145 flights were cancelled and over 450 were delayed on Tuesday alone, Reuters reported. Ripple effects of a tense region The closures of airspace by Gulf countries, announced late Monday, have thrown air traffic into disarray. These air corridors are vital for routes between Europe and Asia, making hubs like Dubai and Doha especially vulnerable to geopolitical disruptions. See also YouTuber helps stop attack on Singaporean student in London Qatar Airways has said it is working to restore its flight schedules but cautioned that 'delays and diversions may continue through Thursday'. Dubai authorities similarly warned of ongoing disruptions despite the resumption of most services. Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has yet to issue a specific advisory on transits through Doha or Dubai, but officials are closely monitoring the situation. MFA urges caution amid conflict In a statement at Changi Airport, Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim urged Singaporeans to postpone non-essential travel to Middle Eastern areas affected by the escalating conflict. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has advised citizens to stay updated on official travel advisories and register with the MFA's eRegister system when travelling to high-risk regions. As of Wednesday night, Singapore-bound flights from both Doha and Dubai remained subject to change. Travellers are advised to check with their airlines before heading to the airport and to factor in additional travel time if planning layovers in affected cities. See also Xenophobic anger rears its ugly head at ATM machine in Singapore While regional governments and airport operators scramble to decongest terminals and resume schedules, the incident has once again highlighted the vulnerabilities of global aviation to geopolitical flashpoints.
Gulf Today
2 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
Dubai International set for summer surge with over 3.4m guests expected in season kick-off
Dubai International (DXB) is entering a period of sustained peak operations, with more than 3.4 million guests expected to travel through the airport between June 27 and July 9, 2025. Daily volumes are forecast to average over 265,000 with the busiest day on 5 July for both departures and transfer traffic. Dubai Airports, alongside its stakeholders, has activated an integrated summer readiness plan to ensure guest journeys remain safe and efficient. While the wider regional situation has led to some delays and cancellations across the network, the oneDXB community has been working around the clock to support guests, provide welfare, and maintain service continuity. Supported by a real-time monitoring and predictive system to optimise manpower and resource utilisation. DXB continues to monitor the situation in close coordination with authorities and airline partners, prioritising the safety of all guests and employees on the ground and through to take-off. WAM
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
DXB set for summer surge with over 3.4mln guests expected
Dubai International (DXB) is entering a period of sustained peak operations, with more than 3.4 million guests expected to travel through the airport between 27th June and 9th July 2025. Daily volumes are forecast to average over 265,000 with the busiest day on 5 July for both departures and transfer traffic. Dubai Airports, alongside its stakeholders, has activated an integrated summer readiness plan to ensure guest journeys remain safe and efficient. While the wider regional situation has led to some delays and cancellations across the network, the oneDXB community has been working around the clock to support guests, provide welfare, and maintain service continuity. Supported by a real-time monitoring and predictive system to optimise manpower and resource utilisation. DXB continues to monitor the situation in close coordination with authorities and airline partners, prioritising the safety of all guests and employees on the ground and through to take-off.
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
DXB set for summer surge with over 3.4 million guests expected in the season kick-off
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai International (DXB) is entering a period of sustained peak operations, with more than 3.4 million guests expected to travel through the airport between 27 June and 9 July 2025. Daily volumes are forecast to average over 265,000 with the busiest day on 5 July for both departures and transfer traffic. Dubai Airports, alongside its stakeholders, has activated an integrated summer readiness plan to ensure guest journeys remain safe and efficient. While the wider regional situation has led to some delays and cancellations across the network, the oneDXB community has been working around the clock to support guests, provide welfare, and maintain service continuity. Supported by a real-time monitoring and predictive system to optimise manpower and resource utilisation. DXB continues to monitor the situation in close coordination with authorities and airline partners, prioritising the safety of all guests and employees on the ground and through to take-off. Guests departing in the coming days are encouraged to follow these key tips to ensure a smoother airport experience: For those travelling with families, children over the age of 12 can use Smart Gates to speed up the passport control process. Arrive no earlier than three hours before departure. Utilise online check-in, self-service kiosks and bag drop at DXB Terminal 3. DUBZ provides home check-in and baggage collection services, allowing guests to complete their airport formalities from the comfort of their home or hotel. Stay informed on flight and gate updates with DXB Express Maps, the wayfinding platform that helps you navigate the airport with a quick QR code scan and search. Enhanced support is available for People of Determination, including marked accessibility routes, discreet assistance for guests wearing Sunflower Lanyards from trained staff, and a dedicated Assisted Travel Lounge in DXB Terminal 2. Once at the airport, travellers can enjoy DXB's full range of facilities including restaurants, duty free shopping and lounges to relax before their flight. About Dubai Airports Dubai Airports operates both of Dubai's airports, Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International (DWC). As an integrator, Dubai Airports works to balance the interests of all stakeholders to maintain aviation growth, protect operational resilience and ensure that service providers collaborate to provide a safe and secure service, and improve customer experience whilst maintaining a sustainable business. In 2024, DXB welcomed a total of 92.3 million guests, the highest annual traffic in its history. DWC embodies Dubai's vision for the future of aviation. With expansion plans announced in May 2024, involving a record investment of US$35b, DWC aims to reshape the aviation landscape. Over the next decade, DWC will accommodate 150m passengers annually, eventually expanding to 260m passengers and 12m tonnes of cargo. With five runways, futuristic design and seamless intermodal connectivity, DWC aims to revolutionise global air travel, setting new standards for efficiency and passenger experience for the next 50 years.
Khaleej Times
2 days ago
- Khaleej Times
Dubai Airports braces for peak travel period, reveals busiest day before summer break
The next two weeks will be extremely busy at Dubai International (DXB) with over 265,000 passengers travelling on average per day, Dubai Airports said on Thursday. The world's busiest international airport will see more than 3.4 million passengers travelling through the airport between June 27 and July 9 with July 5 will be the busiest day for both departures and transfer traffic. This comes a day after Emirates airline announced a similar summer peak travel advisory on Wednesday with more than 30,000 passengers departing from DXB from June 26 to June 30. On Tuesday, Dubai's flagship carrier Emirates said its passengers experienced minimal disruptions to their travel plans after the Iranian attack, with regularly scheduled flights resuming within a few short hours. Dubai Airports also announced the resumption of full operations at its airports in the emirate following a temporary precautionary pause on Tuesday. Dubai Airports advised people travelling with families, and children over the age of 12 to use Smart Gates to speed up the passport control process. It asked people to arrive no earlier than three hours before departure, utilise online check-in, self-service kiosks and bag drop at DXB Terminal 3, and stay informed on flight and gate updates with DXB Express Maps.
