The Dubai International (DXB) diverted all inbound flights that were due to arrive on Tuesday due to the inclement weather situation. The DXB is the world’s busiest airport for international passengers. Flights departing from Dubai carried on as usual.
Due to road blockages and flooding, we're experiencing a high volume of guests unable to reach #DXB for their departing flights.We're working continuously to restore normal operations, and have also arranged refreshments for guests currently at the airport, where possible.
— DXB (@DXB) April 16, 2024
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“There is major flooding on roads leading to the airport and forecasts indicate that the unsettled weather will continue till tomorrow morning. Remember to check your flight status with your airline, allow significant extra travel time to the airport,” the DXB said in several posts on its X page.
Due to the intense storm, operations at @DXB were temporarily suspended for 25 minutes, but have since recommenced. There is major flooding on roads leading to the airport and forecasts indicate that the unsettled weather will continue till tomorrow morning.— DXB (@DXB) April 16, 2024
By the end of Tuesday, more than 142 millimeters (5.59 inches) of rainfall had soaked Dubai over 24 hours. An average year sees 94.7 millimeters (3.73 inches) of rain at Dubai International Airport.
Due to adverse weather conditions, multiple flights to and from @DXB are experiencing delays or disruptions. ✈️ To check the status of an upcoming flight, please visit https://t.co/RphFmbRpzF For help with with an existing booking, please visit https://t.co/H1klWYurOd or DM… pic.twitter.com/YpdIk4Nvsb
— Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) April 16, 2024
The airport confirmed a halt to arrivals at 7:26 pm (local time) and announced that operations will resume gradually more than two hours later. In its latest post on X, it acknowledged that many passengers failed to reach the airport due to flooded roads. It urged passengers to allow significant extra travel time to the airport.
We are temporarily diverting arriving flights this evening until the weather conditions improve. Departures will continue to operate.Together with our partners, we’re working to restore normal operations and minimise inconvenience to you.
Follow @DXB for further updates.
— DXB (@DXB) April 16, 2024
The airport authorities also acknowledged that many passengers could not reach the airport for their departing flights and that they have provided food and drinks to as many passengers as possible.
We are temporarily diverting arriving flights this evening until the weather conditions improve. Departures will continue to operate.Together with our partners, we’re working to restore normal operations and minimise inconvenience to you.
Follow @DXB for further updates.
— DXB (@DXB) April 16, 2024
It also asked passengers to confirm the status of their flights with respective carriers before heading to the airport.
Carriers flydubai and Emirates have announced cancellations of their flights. All flydubai flights scheduled for departure from Dubai on April 16 have been cancelled until 10am on April 17, according to Khaleej Times.
“Due to adverse weather conditions, multiple flights to and from DXB are experiencing delays or disruptions. We are working hard to get all affected passengers to their final destination safely, and will provide updates as soon as possible,” carrier Emirates said in a post and shared links to their internal website, urging passengers to keep checking their flight status.
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