Kenya Airways Suspends Flights to Dubai with Immediate Effect

Kenya Airways (KQ) has announced a temporary suspension of flights to the United Arab Emirates, including Dubai and Sharjah. According to KQ, this is due to the ongoing UAE airspace closure.

The airline confirmed that for the safety of passengers and crew, passenger flights KQ310 and KQ305, as well as freighter operations, have been cancelled until further notice.

In a statement dated February 28, 2026, Kenya Airways apologised for the inconvenience and assured affected customers that they would be engaged directly and provided with necessary assistance.

“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience and understanding. We will communicate and engage directly with affected customers and provide them with the necessary assistance,” said Kenya Airways.

Kenya Airways Suspends Flights to Dubai and Sharjah

The airline further stated that it will provide timely updates as soon as new information becomes available.

Customers are advised to check flight updates on the Kenya Airways website or mobile app, or contact the Customer Excellence Team via phone (+254 711 024 747), WhatsApp (+254 705 474 747), or X (@KQSupport).

The suspension of Kenya Airways flights to Dubai and Sharjah comes amid escalating military conflict involving the United States and Israel’s strikes on Iran, which has triggered widespread airspace closures across the Middle East and major disruptions in international air travel, including temporary shutdowns or restrictions of UAE airspace as a precaution for safety.

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Earlier, the UAE Ministry of Defence reported that the country was targeted by Iranian ballistic missiles. The Ministry stated that UAE air defences successfully intercepted several missiles, but some debris fell in a residential area, causing material damage and one civilian death of Asian nationality. Authorities say the security situation remains stable and monitoring continues.

The Ministry condemned the attack as a violation of national sovereignty and international law, calling it a dangerous escalation targeting civilians and national institutions. The UAE affirmed its right to respond and stressed that all necessary measures are being taken to protect citizens, residents, and national security.

Qatar Closes Airspace

Elsewhere, Qatar has also closed its airspace after explosions and air-raid sirens were reported in the capital, Doha. The Qatari defence ministry said it had “successfully countered some attacks targeting the country’s territory,” according to state media. Qatar hosts Al Udeid Air Base, the largest US military facility in the region.

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The ongoing crisis between Iran, Israel, and the United States stems from concerns over Iran’s nuclear program, with allegations that Tehran has continued activities that could lead to nuclear weapons, despite stalled international negotiations. Iran maintains its program is peaceful.

On 28 February 2026, the US and Israel launched coordinated missile and airstrikes on Iranian military sites, missile facilities, and leadership targets, including locations tied to Iran’s nuclear and ballistic programs. US President Donald Trump stated the strikes aimed to destroy missile capabilities, prevent nuclear weapon acquisition, and pressure regime change. Israeli officials called the action a necessary measure against existential threats.

Iran retaliated with waves of ballistic missile strikes across the Gulf, targeting Israel and US military bases in Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, and other locations.

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