AI cancels flights to and from Dubai till 21st; to Tel Aviv till 30th

DUE to ongoing disruptions in operations caused by heavy rainfall, Air India has announced the cancellation of its flights to and from Dubai.

The airline announced on Friday, its efforts to accommodate affected customers on flights as soon as operations resume.

It added that customers who booked flights with valid tickets for travel until April 21 will receive a one-time waiver on rescheduling and full refunds for cancellations.

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Air India mentioned on social media platform X that it regrets to inform passengers about the cancellation of its flights to and from Dubai due to ongoing operational disruptions at Dubai Airport. Efforts are underway to re-accommodate affected customers on flights as soon as operations resume. Passengers booked on Air India flights with valid tickets for travel until April 21, 2024, will receive a one-time waiver for rescheduling and full refunds for cancellations.

This announcement comes amidst heavy rains that have struck the United Arab Emirates, leading to flood-like conditions.

In response to the situation, the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has issued an advisory for Indian passengers traveling to or transiting through the airport, recommending the rescheduling of non-essential travel until flight operations return to normalcy.

The Indian consulate in Dubai has also activated emergency helpline numbers to assist passengers during this time.

Dubai International Airport has temporarily restricted the number of inbound flights due to unprecedented weather conditions.

On Thursday, the Consulate General of India in Dubai reiterated that they are in constant communication with UAE authorities and airlines. They are actively working to reconnect stranded Indian passengers with their families.

Air India on Friday said its flights to and from Tel Aviv will remain suspended till April 30 amid tensions in the Middle East.

The airline operates four weekly flights between the national capital and the Israeli city.

"Air India flights to and from Tel Aviv will remain suspended until 30th April 2024, in view of the emerging situation in the Middle East. We are continuously monitoring the situation," an airline spokesperson said in a statement.

The airline is offering one-time waiver on rescheduling and cancellation charges for passengers who have confirmed bookings for travel to and from Tel Aviv during this period.

On Sunday, the carrier decided to temporarily suspend its flights to Tel Aviv.

Tensions have escalated in the Middle East in the wake of attacks by Iran on Israel and the response in retaliation.

The Tata group-owned carrier had recommenced the services to the Israeli city on March 3, after nearly five months.

Air India had suspended flights to and from Tel Aviv starting from October 7, 2023, after the Hamas group's attack on the Israeli city.