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- Major Gulf Carriers Cancel and Delay Hundreds of Flights Across UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt
Major Gulf Carriers Cancel and Delay Hundreds of Flights Across UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt
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Checked by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Last updated on October 15, 2025
319
Affected flights
4
Affected airports
3
Affected airlines
What Happened
Travelers in the Middle East are facing disruptions as Royal Jordanian, Flydubai, Saudia, and several other airlines cancel 12 flights and delay 307 departures and arrivals across major airports in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. Key hubs affected include Dubai, Jeddah, Dammam, and Cairo, leaving many passengers stranded with significant travel plans impacted.
Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to US$650 under passenger rights regulations. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the disruption.
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Flight Disruption Details
Travel disruptions continue to affect travelers across the Middle East as multiple airlines including Royal Jordanian, Flydubai, and Saudia have canceled and delayed flights in the region. According to confirmed reports, a total of 12 flights have been canceled and an additional 307 are facing delays. This widespread disruption spans key airports in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, with Dubai, Jeddah, Dammam, and Cairo among the main hubs affected.
Passengers relying on these airlines have experienced unexpected delays and cancellations, complicating travel plans and leaving many stranded at airports. The affected airlines collectively serve a large number of passengers throughout the region, and the combined impact of these disruptions has rippled across several national and international routes.
While the specific reasons for the flight disruptions were not fully detailed in the available report, the event has been confirmed as current and ongoing. Both cancellations and delays are being experienced, putting additional pressure on airport and airline services as they seek to accommodate the needs of disrupted travelers. Airline staff and airport authorities are working to provide updated travel information and alternative arrangements where possible.
Travelers passing through Dubai, Jeddah, Dammam, and Cairo are advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates on their flight status and to plan accordingly, as further changes remain a possibility. As the situation develops, airlines are expected to release more details regarding affected passengers and any potential causes behind the disruption.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights
Sometimes it’s not immediately clear whether your flight qualifies for compensation. When the cause of the delay or cancellation is uncertain, the following general rights still apply.
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, you are entitled to a new flight or a refund.
Care and assistance
If your flight is delayed by more than two to four hours, your airline must provide food and drink vouchers.
Accommodation
For overnight delays, airlines must provide hotel stays and transfers, regardless of whether compensation applies.
Communication You have the right to two phone calls or emails during extended waiting times.
Quick facts
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Other
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
May qualify for compensation
Flights affected
319
Airlines affected
Royal Jordanian, Flydubai, Saudia
Airports affected
Dubai, Jeddah, Dammam, Cairo
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated
October 15, 2025
What To Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled
If you're traveling to or from the European Union, here's what to do when your flight is unexpectedly scrubbed:
Gather evidence that your flight was delayed, canceled, or overbooked.
Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the disruption and the reason behind it.
Request an alternative flight to your destination — or a refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Make a note of the arrival time at your final destination.
Ask the airline to provide vouchers for meals and refreshments.
Avoid signing documents or accepting offers that may waive your passenger rights.
If an overnight stay is required, ask the airline to provide accommodation.
Save receipts for any additional expenses caused by the disruption.
