The UAE has implemented robust measures to maintain airport operations across the country, following regional airspace closures linked to the recent Iran-Israel conflict.

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) confirmed on Tuesday that a national-level emergency business continuity plan has been activated.

This plan, which was designed to respond swiftly to unforeseen disruptions, was rolled out in coordination with key operational bodies as soon as the situation escalated.

Efforts have focused on ensuring passenger safety and maintaining smooth airport movement without compromising service quality.

The response includes enhanced coordination with all relevant stakeholders and the deployment of additional operational teams across major airports.

The authority said it has bolstered its field presence with qualified personnel and upgraded its 24/7 capabilities to handle evolving circumstances.

Operational and regulatory protocols have been executed in partnership with strategic entities, ensuring airports remain fully functional despite surrounding airspace limitations.

The ICP said is actively managing the needs of travellers impacted by delays or diversions, including those stranded due to flight disruptions. This includes arranging accommodation, transportation, and providing timely, accurate information.

To support entry procedures and reduce congestion, the UAE has introduced a revised airport entry system aligned with current conditions.

On-the-ground support teams are providing real-time guidance to passengers, while airline coordination remains ongoing to manage schedule changes and rerouting.

The ICP acknowledged the public’s cooperation during this period and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and operational stability of the country’s airports under all circumstances.

Travel out of the UAE is facing significant disruption following regional airspace closures.

Emirates and flydubai have suspended flights to Iraq, Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria, with Emirates suspending routes to Amman and Beirut until June 22, and to Basra, Baghdad, and Tehran until June 30.

While flydubai resumed daytime flights to Jordan and Lebanon on Tuesday, it continues to suspend night flights and all flights to Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Syria until June 30.

Etihad has suspended flights from Abu Dhabi to Amman until June 20 and to Tel Aviv until June 22. Air Arabia and Wizz Air Abu Dhabi have also extended flight suspensions to several regional destinations with the latter’s Tel Aviv route not expected to resume until mid-September.

Passengers are urged to check directly with airlines for the latest updates as delays, cancellations, and rerouting remain in effect across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah airports.