Dubai International Airport Diverts Inbound Flights Amid Inclement Weather
Dubai International Airport Diverts Inbound Flights Amid Inclement Weather
Dubai International Airport (DXB), known as the world’s busiest airport for international passengers, took precautionary measures on Tuesday by diverting all inbound flights due to inclement weather conditions. However, departing flights continued as scheduled. In response to the situation, DXB urged passengers to avoid unnecessary travel to the airport.
“We advise you NOT to come to the airport, unless necessary. Flights continue to be delayed and diverted. Please check your flight status directly with your airline. We are working hard to recover operations as quickly as possible in very challenging conditions,” stated airport authorities in a tweet.
⚠️We advise you NOT to come to the airport, unless absolutely necessary.
— DXB (@DXB) April 17, 2024
Flights continue to be delayed and diverted. Please check your flight status directly with your airline.
We are working hard to recover operations as quickly as possible in very challenging conditions.
The adverse weather conditions, including heavy rains and storms, have disrupted over 500 flights, both incoming and outgoing. Consequently, numerous flights to Dubai and India have been cancelled. DXB cited road blockages and flooding as factors contributing to the high volume of guests unable to reach the airport for departing flights.
Due to road blockages and flooding, we're experiencing a high volume of guests unable to reach #DXB for their departing flights.
— DXB (@DXB) April 16, 2024
We're working continuously to restore normal operations, and have also arranged refreshments for guests currently at the airport, where possible.
In response to the disruptions, DXB assured continuous efforts to restore normal operations. Additionally, refreshments have been arranged for passengers currently stranded at the airport, where feasible.
“There is major flooding on roads leading to the airport, and forecasts indicate that the unsettled weather will continue till tomorrow morning. Remember to check your flight status with your airline, and allow significant extra travel time to the airport,” emphasized DXB in multiple posts on its official page.
The airport’s cautionary announcements come as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and convenience of passengers amidst challenging weather conditions. Travelers are advised to stay updated with their airlines regarding flight statuses and to plan accordingly, considering potential delays and diversions.
