Yemen joins Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, UAE in Flight Delays and Cancellations on May 09, 2026
Yemen joins Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, UAE in experiencing widespread disruption today as airlines battle regional airspace restrictions, operational rerouting, heightened security measures, and congestion at major airports. Travelers flying through are facing delays, cancellations, and schedule changes affecting both regional and international routes.
Major hubs including Dubai International Airport, Hamad International Airport in Doha, Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, Muscat International Airport, Kuwait International Airport, Bahrain International Airport, and Aden International Airport have all reported operational disruptions throughout the day.
Airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Saudia, flydubai, Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways, and Yemenia have issued revised schedules as the aviation situation across the Middle East remains tense.
Saudi Arabia (Flights Disrupted)
Saudi Arabia has seen multiple regional flight cancellations and delays today, particularly involving routes to neighboring Gulf countries. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports continue operating under heavy congestion as airlines reroute aircraft and adjust schedules.
Reported Saudi Arabia Flight Delays & Cancellations
F3 651 — Jeddah → Amman — Cancelled
F3 463 — Riyadh → Damascus — Cancelled
XY 897 — Dammam → Dubai — Delayed
SV 511 — Jeddah → Dubai — Delayed
SV 205 — Riyadh → Doha — Delayed
Saudia, flyadeal, and flynas are among the airlines affected today, while several international carriers continue limiting services into the Kingdom.
UAE (Airports Facing Heavy Delays)
The United Arab Emirates remains one of the region’s busiest aviation hubs, but Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports are experiencing major operational strain today. Delays have impacted both long-haul and regional routes as airlines continue adjusting flight paths.
Reported UAE Flight Delays & Cancellations
EK 215 — Dubai → Los Angeles — Delayed
EK 927 — Dubai → Cairo — Delayed
FZ 301 — Dubai → Muscat — Cancelled
FZ 215 — Dubai → Bahrain — Delayed
EY 653 — Abu Dhabi → Kuwait — Delayed
EY 541 — Abu Dhabi → Doha — Delayed
Emirates, flydubai, Etihad Airways, and Air Arabia all reported operational disruptions throughout the day.
Qatar (Airways Operations Continue Under Restrictions)
At Hamad International Airport in Doha, several regional routes remain suspended or delayed while Qatar Airways gradually restores selected services.
Reported Qatar Flight Delays & Cancellations
QR 1164 — Doha → Dubai — Delayed
QR 1327 — Doha → Riyadh — Delayed
QR 444 — Doha → Baghdad — Cancelled
QR 1451 — Doha → Basra — Cancelled
QR 676 — Doha → Muscat — Delayed
Passengers traveling through Doha are being advised to arrive early due to increased congestion and schedule changes.
Kuwait (Flights Delayed by Airspace Congestion)
Kuwait International Airport continues facing delays because of heavy regional air traffic rerouting.
Reported Kuwait Flight Delays
KU 101 — Kuwait → Dubai — Delayed
KU 213 — Kuwait → Doha — Delayed
KU 551 — Kuwait → Jeddah — Delayed
PC 857 — Kuwait → Istanbul — Delayed
Kuwait Airways and Pegasus Airlines both reported disruptions today.
Bahrain (Flights Experience Delays)
Bahrain International Airport has also reported operational interruptions today due to regional airspace restrictions.
Reported Bahrain Flight Delays & Cancellations
GF 507 — Bahrain → Dubai — Delayed
GF 213 — Bahrain → Doha — Delayed
GF 019 — Bahrain → London — Delayed
GF 971 — Bahrain → Riyadh — Cancelled
Gulf Air passengers are advised to monitor departure boards closely for last-minute changes.
Oman (Airlines Suspend Several Regional Services)
Muscat International Airport continues operating as an alternative transit hub for some rerouted traffic, but Oman Air has suspended multiple regional routes today.
Reported Oman Flight Delays & Cancellations
WY 413 — Muscat → Dubai — Cancelled
WY 661 — Muscat → Doha — Delayed
WY 215 — Muscat → Bahrain — Delayed
WY 131 — Muscat → Kuwait — Delayed
WY 507 — Muscat → Amman — Cancelled
Yemen (Flights Continue Facing Operational Difficulties)
In Yemen, Aden International Airport and Seiyun Airport continue operating under difficult conditions, with several Yemenia flights delayed today.
Reported Yemen Flight Delays
IY 601 — Aden → Cairo — Delayed
IY 611 — Aden → Jeddah — Delayed
IY 645 — Aden → Amman — Delayed
IY 505 — Seiyun → Cairo — Delayed
Passengers in Yemen continue facing additional security checks and operational restrictions affecting departure times.
The aviation situation across the GCC and Yemen remains highly fluid tonight, with airlines continuously revising schedules based on airspace conditions and operational safety requirements.
Travelers are strongly advised to check airline websites before heading to airports, arrive several hours early, monitor SMS and email notifications from airlines, prepare for possible last-minute gate or schedule changes.
Airlines across the Gulf are expected to continue adjusting operations throughout the weekend as regional conditions evolve.
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