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Dubai flights continue to be cancelled at Birmingham Airport amid ongoing regional conflict and weather chaos

Dubai flights continue to be cancelled at Birmingham Airport today (Thursday 26 March).

Flights to and from Dubai at Birmingham Airport have continued to be delayed and cancelled due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.

Two flights to and from Dubai are cancelled once again at the West Midlands hub today.

There is also now the added impact of severe weather conditions in Dubai which is affecting flight operations.

Torrential rain, thunderstorms and lighting are expected to hit the UAE destination today and tomorrow (Friday 27 March).

Travellers across the UAE are being urged to plan ahead due to the forecasted adverse weather conditions.

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Birmingham Airport.

Emirates has cautioned travellers departing from Dubai International Airport today and tomorrow.

Passengers are encouraged to check flight statuses and arrive at least two hours before departure.

Travellers are strongly encouraged to monitor updates, arrive early, and ensure all travel documents and contact details are current.

As the war in the Middle East continues, passengers are also still advised to only visit the airport if their airline has confirmed that their flight is going ahead.

Emirates is continuing a limited schedule from Dubai International Airport.

However it continues to monitor the situation and will develop its operational schedule accordingly.

Listed below are the affected flights from Birmingham Airport today (March 26).

  • 18:45 Emirates from Dubai - cancelled
  • 20:50 Emirates to Dubai - cancelled

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