Dubai airports and airlines have issued travel advisories amid heavy rains and thunderstorms affecting the UAE. Passengers are advised to prepare for potential disruptions and traffic delays, with the Dubai Metro recommended as an alternative mode of transportation.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) alerted the public to heavy rains beginning at midnight, with Dubai experiencing showers and lightning early in the morning. The weather is expected to peak on May 2 and continue until May 3.
Indian airlines like IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Vistara have issued warnings for flights to and from Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi due to the anticipated bad weather. IndiGo and SpiceJet have advised passengers to check flight statuses before heading to the airport, while Vistara has urged travelers to allow extra time for their journey due to expected traffic congestion.
Emirates airline announced flight cancellations on May 2 due to the weather, affecting routes between Dubai and destinations such as Istanbul, Johannesburg, Nairobi, Cairo, Amman, and Singapore. Passengers affected by cancellations have been offered waived rebooking charges to assist with alternative travel arrangements.
While these rains are not expected to be as severe as recent unprecedented downpours, caution is advised. Last month, Dubai experienced its heaviest rains since 1949, leading to significant disruptions across the UAE.
Travelers are advised to stay updated on weather conditions and flight statuses, as further disruptions may occur during this period of inclement weather.
