Airlines’ latest updates as flights cancelled and suspended

British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates and Qantas are among the major airlines who have taken the decision to cut the amount of flights they are running to the region.

The conflict has also resulted in a dramatic surge in oil and jet fuel prices as a result, with several airlines confirming that the cost of travel will increase.

These are the latest updates from some of the major airlines that operate in the area.

British Airways travel update

In the latest update, British Airways told its passengers it has extended the temporary reduction in its flying schedule due to “continuing uncertainty”.

The airline has now announced it will not fly to Bahrain, Dubai, Tel Aviv and Amman in Jordan, until after May 31.

Meanwhile, Doha flights have been axed until April 30.

Additionally, Abu Dhabi flights remain cancelled until much later in the year (October).

Qatar Airways travel update

Qatar Airways will operate a revised limited number of flights from 18 March to 28 March 2026. These schedules have been enhanced to give more flexibility to passengers wishing to travel.

They warned that schedules could still change with regulatory approvals and airspace conditions.

A statement from the airline said: “The safety and wellbeing of our passengers and crew remain our highest priority during this period of disruption.

“We apologise for the inconvenience caused by the current situation, which is beyond our control, and thank our passengers for their patience and understanding.”

Emirates travel update

Following the partial reopening of regional airspace, Emirates is operating a “reduced flight schedule”.

The airline said: “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.”

The airline says customers with flights booked up until April 15 can either rebook on an alternative flight or request a refund.

Qantas travel update

Qantas passengers travelling to or from the UAE, Qatar, Isreal, Jordan, Oman and Bahrain until April 15 are being offered “flexibility”.

An airline statement said: “We are closely monitoring the evolving situation and any potential impact to our flights. 

“QF9 from Perth to London will operate via Singapore for a fuel stop due to adjustments required on flight paths. There are no other impacts to Qantas operated flights, including flights between Singapore and London.

“The safety of our customers and crew is our highest priority, and where necessary we may adjust our flight paths accordingly.

“If your Qantas-operated flight is affected, we will contact you as soon as possible using the phone number and email address provided in your booking.”

UK Government warning not to travel to these 25 countries

These are the places which the UK Government advises against all travel for, for all or large parts of the country, at the time of writing:

Middle East

• Iran
• Iraq
• Israel
• Lebanon
• Palestine
• Syria
• Yemen

Europe

Africa

• Burkina Faso
• Central African Republic
• Chad
• Ethiopia
• Libya
• Mali
• Mauritania
• Niger
• Somalia
• South Sudan
• Sudan

Americas

Asia

Several other countries also have smaller areas that the Foreign Office advises against travel to.

Other locations have warnings against ‘all but essential’ travel.

If you have concerns, it is important to check the Foreign Office advice before travelling, with all the latest advice available on the Foreign Office website.