Aviation: Israel routes suspended, check before you travel
UAE airports remain open but flight schedules, fuel prices, and shipping routes continue to shift as the US-Iran standoff keeps the Strait of Hormuz and regional airspace under close watch.
UAE aviation hubs are operating at near-normal levels: Dubai International (DXB), Al Maktoum (DWC), and Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International (AUH) are open, though passengers face delays and cancellations on some regional routes.
Energy and fuel prices
Why prices jumped: The UAE Fuel Price Committee raised rates for the third straight month as Brent crude stayed above $100 amid Middle East war risks and Hormuz supply concerns; retail prices have risen more than 60% since the conflict began in late February.
Budget for higher transport costs, watch for travel disruptions
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Household budgets: With all fuel grades now above Dh4/litre and diesel near Dh4.80, commuting, ride-hailing, and delivery costs are up; families filling a typical 50–60 litre tank are paying up to Dh125 more per fill-up compared with pre-spike levels.
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Travel planning: If you have bookings to Israel or connections via the northern Gulf, reconfirm flights and allow extra time at airports; disruptions can change with little notice as the security picture evolves.
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What to monitor: Official updates on Hormuz incidents, Yemen-related threats, airline notices, and monthly fuel price announcements remain the key signals for how the conflict will affect daily life in the Emirates.