All repatriation flights to and from Greece have been canceled until tomorrow evening.

Today, Aegean operated a repatriation flight in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. A new meeting is scheduled for 15:00 to examine the possibility of extending the cancellations.

Today’s repatriation flight is expected from Dubai, while a similar flight was carried out yesterday from Oman.

Meanwhile, UAE airlines announced the gradual resumption of limited flights after services had been completely suspended due to the closure of airspace in the region. During a press briefing on March 3, it was stated that 17,498 passengers are returning via 60 flights, while in the next phase 80 flights per day will operate from the UAE.

All airlines emphasize that passengers should check updates from the airlines before traveling.

Announcements From UAE Airlines

Etihad Airways

Etihad announced that all scheduled flights to and from Abu Dhabi will remain suspended until 6 a.m. GST on March 6, representing a 16-hour extension from 2 p.m. on March 5. The airline clarified that “some repositioning, cargo, and repatriation flights may operate in coordination with UAE authorities, subject to strict operational and safety approvals.”

Passengers are advised to check their flight status on etihad.com before traveling to the airport.

Emirates Airlines

Emirates announced that all scheduled flights to and from Dubai remain suspended until 11:59 a.m. GST on March 7 due to the closure of airspace in the region. The airline noted that it is operating a limited number of repatriation and cargo flights.

Flydubai

Flydubai announced the partial resumption of scheduled flights, with services to several destinations starting March 5. The airline is prioritizing passengers affected by the disruption and is working with the relevant authorities to increase flights once temporary restrictions are lifted.

Air Arabia

The low-cost airline Air Arabia announced that flights to and from the UAE will remain temporarily suspended until 3 p.m. GST on March 9. It also noted that limited flights may operate in coordination with authorities, subject to the necessary operational and safety approvals.

Fujairah International Airport Cooperation With SalamAir

Fujairah International Airport is cooperating with Oman’s airline SalamAir to operate charter flights to Calicut, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Istanbul, and Karachi via Muscat on March 4 and 5.