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UK to charter flight for British nationals out of Dubai
Emirates halted Dubai flights for safety amid Iran missile strikes; UK plans a government-chartered evacuation flight for British nationals early next week.
- UK government will charter a flight from Dubai early next week for British nationals wanting to leave the region, with the commercial flight available for a charge.
- After Iran launched a barrage of missiles and drones, the strikes damaged the Burj Al Arab hotel and Palm Jumeirah, prompting Emirates to suspend flights and close Dubai city check-in points.
- Some travellers paid 12,000 pounds for tickets as Titan Airways flew from Muscat International Airport with a short layover in Cairo, Egypt.
- The Foreign Office will contact registered people to issue tickets and prioritise vulnerable cases, while British nationals, their spouse or partner and children under the age of 18 are eligible to register.
- Emirates has announced a limited resumption of flights from March 8, 2026 including Manchester, and passengers booked between now and March 31 can rebook or request refunds.
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Emirates resumes flight operations from Dubai after temporary suspension
Emirates has halted all flights to and from Dubai. Passengers are urged not to go to the airport. The airline is offering flexible rebooking and refund options for affected travelers. City check-in facilities are also closed. Passengers should update their contact details for the latest updates. Further information will be shared as the situation develops.
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