UAE Airlines Cancel Kuwait Flights On July 20-21; Check Full List Of Emirates, Etihad And Air Arabia Flights Affected

Several UAE airlines have cancelled flights to and from Kuwait on July 20 and 21. Emirates, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia have urged passengers to check the latest travel updates and contact the airlines for assistance.

By: Zainab Khanam
Last Updated: July 20, 2026 13:13:07 IST

Emirates, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia have cancelled several flights between the UAE and Kuwait on July 20 and 21 due to ongoing regional tensions and operational challenges. Passengers travelling on the affected routes have been advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

Which Emirates Flights Have Been Cancelled?

Emirates has cancelled all scheduled flights between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) on July 20 and July 21. Cancelled Dubai to Kuwait flights:

•    EK853
•    EK855
•    EK857
•    EK859

Cancelled Kuwait to Dubai flights:

•    EK854
•    EK856
•    EK858
•    EK860

Emirates said passengers travelling on codeshare flights should check with the operating airline for updated schedules.

Which Etihad Flights Have Been Cancelled?

Etihad Airways has cancelled the following flights between Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) on July 19 and July 20:

•    EY653
•    EY654

The airline said affected passengers are being assisted with alternative travel arrangements and advised customers to ensure their contact details are updated to receive flight notifications.

Which Air Arabia Flights Have Been Cancelled?

Air Arabia has also cancelled multiple services between Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Kuwait, including flights scheduled for July 21. Sharjah to Kuwait:

•    G9068
•    G9124
•    G9121

Kuwait to Sharjah:

•    G9069
•    G9125
•    G9122

Abu Dhabi to Kuwait:

•    3L020
•    3L022

Kuwait to Abu Dhabi:

•    3L021
•    3L023

What Should Passengers Do?

Passengers travelling between the UAE and Kuwait are advised to:

•    Check the latest flight status on the airline’s official website.
•    Contact the airline if their booking is affected.
•    Update their contact information to receive flight notifications through SMS or email.
•    Verify flight schedules before leaving for the airport, as operations may change at short notice.

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