Latest Middle East flights updates including Wizz Air, TUI, British Airways and Emirates
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Major airlines including Wizz Air, TUI, British Airways and Emirates have provided travel updates on any flight or holiday disruptions amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
In the past few weeks, there's been significant travel disruption, with numerous flights cancelled departing from the UK to destinations in the Middle East, following the US-Israeli strikes on Iran. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) also advised "against all but essential travel to the United Arab Emirates", which is still in place as of March 25.
Airlines have continued to update customers on any flight changes, with many operating a reduced flight schedule until further notice. Here are the latest updates from WizzAir, TUI, British Airways, and Emirates...
Airlines have been severely impacted by the ongoing Middle East conflict(Image: Getty Images)
Wizz Air has been severely impacted by the ongoing Middle East conflict and has suspended some of its flights.
In a statement shared with the Mirror on March 25, the airline said: "Wizz Air confirms that, following the recent escalation of the security situation in Iran and in the wider Middle Eastern region, the airline has suspended all of its flights to and from Israel, until and inclusive of 13 April, and flights from/to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Amman from mainland European destinations until the middle of September.
"Flights between London Gatwick and Jeddah are now operating, all flights from/to Medina are currently suspended, but is planned to resume from 28 March.
"This temporary suspension allows the airline to reallocate capacity to several of its most popular European summer destinations, providing customers with an even greater selection of routes during the peak travel season. With more capacity, more choices, and more summer destinations, Wizz Air is committed to offering enhanced flexibility and exciting travel opportunities across its European network.
"Customers can expect further announcements shortly regarding new summer routes and increased frequencies across popular destinations — so stay tuned for even more exciting travel options.
"The airline is closely monitoring developments and remains in ongoing contact with local and international authorities, aviation safety agencies, security authorities, and relevant governmental bodies. Operational decisions will continue to be reviewed, and the flight schedule may be adjusted as the situation evolves.
"The safety and security of our passengers, crew and aircraft remain Wizz Air’s highest priority. We acknowledge the disruption this may cause and appreciate the understanding of our customers. Passengers with affected bookings have been contacted directly with information regarding their options."
Wizz Air has suspended all of its flights to and from Israel, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Amman(Image: Getty Images)
TUI was among the airlines that experienced major cancellations following the conflict and said it continues to monitor the situation across the Middle East. In their latest update, they shared information for customers due to travel to the UAE or Qatar.
On their travel alerts on their website, TUI said: "Due to airspace restrictions in parts of the region, flights to and from the UK have been impacted and will experience delays or cancellations.
"If you are due to travel to, or transit through, the UAE or Qatar on or before April 7, our pre-travel team will contact you ahead of your departure date to discuss your options. We are working through bookings in departure date order. If you would prefer to speak with us sooner, please call 0203 451 2688.
"Please note we are currently receiving a high volume of calls and there may be a delay in answering. We appreciate your patience while our teams assist customers."
In a further comment to their customers, issued earlier this month, the holiday provider stated: "We’d like to reassure customers that their safety and well-being remain our highest priority. We are closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Middle East, as well as the latest guidance issued by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
"There is currently no FCDO advice against travel to the destinations where we are operating. Holidays are continuing as planned, and customers in resort are enjoying their breaks as normal.
"We continually review all FCDO updates, and if any changes to travel advice affect upcoming holidays, we will contact impacted customers directly. TUI will never operate holidays to any destination or region where the FCDO advises against all but essential travel."
You can read more on the TUI travel alerts page.
British Airways is operating a reduced flying schedule(Image: Getty Images)
The UK airline has also been heavily impacted by the ongoing Middle East conflict and is operating a reduced flying schedule. They have also added additional flights between London and Singapore and between London and Bangkok amid the disruption.
In their latest update to customers, still in effect as of today, British Airways said: "Following disruption due to events in the Middle East, we’ve added additional flights to and from London and Singapore, London and Bangkok and London and the Maldives throughout the rest of March and April to further support customers. A third daily flight between London and Mumbai will run in May.
"Customers can book onto these flights on ba.com or by contacting the airline they were originally booked to travel with.
Additional flight capacity:
"Due to the continuing uncertainty of the situation in the Middle East and airspace instability, and to provide more clarity to our customers, we’ve extended the temporary reduction in our flying schedule in the region.
"We’re keeping the situation under constant review and are directly in touch with affected customers to offer them a range of options.
"Since the situation in the Middle East began, we’ve helped thousands of customers return home and operated eight relief flights from Muscat in Oman. We are also operating additional flights to and from Singapore (x4) and Bangkok (x3), and continue to review options to bring back more customers who have been disrupted."
For more information on flights and updates, you can visit the British Airways website.
Emirates said they have 'limited operations due to the regional situation'(Image: Getty Images)
The large airline that flies to various destinations in the Middle East, including the UAE, Jordan, Oman, and Dubai, said it has "limited operations due to the regional situation". Emirates said the reduced flight schedule will remain in place "until further notice".
In their latest update to customers on 18 March, which is still in place today, Emirates said: "Following the partial reopening of regional airspace, Emirates is operating a reduced flight schedule.
"You can check our latest flight schedules for upcoming flights and book seats to travel. We continue to monitor the situation, and we will develop our operational schedule accordingly.
"We would like to thank you for your understanding and patience. The safety and security of our passengers and crew remain our highest priority and will not be compromised."
For more information and travel updates, you can visit the Emirates website, and for their reduced flight schedule.
For the latest travel advice, you can visit the Foreign Office website.
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