Dubai International Airport (DXB) is urging passengers to avoid unnecessary travel to the airport due to severe weather conditions. Flights are being delayed and diverted, prompting Dubai Airports to advise passengers to check directly with their airlines for updates.
“We advise you NOT to come to the airport, unless absolutely necessary,” said DXB in their social media advisory.
Emirates Airlines has suspended travel procedures for departing passengers from Dubai until midnight on April 18th, citing operational challenges caused by the adverse weather and road conditions.
Emirates is suspending check-in for passengers departing @DXB from 8:00am on 17 April until midnight, due to operational challenges caused by bad weather and road conditions. Affected customers can contact their booking agent or visit https://t.co/H1klWYurOd for rebooking. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/88P1WJHB2n
— Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) April 17, 2024
Cebu Pacific has also issued an advisory for traveling Filipinos to Dubai, mentioning delays caused by the water logging experienced in the airport.
Cebu Pacific Advisory
Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Affecting Dubai Flights
April 17, 2024 pic.twitter.com/07ZqI4MpqC— Cebu Pacific Air (@CebuPacificAir) April 17, 2024
Despite the disruptions, procedures for arriving and transit passengers remain unaffected.
Dubai Airports reassures passengers of ongoing efforts to restore operations swiftly.
