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Etihad and Qatar Airways Resume Limited Flights Amid Airspace Disruption

Etihad Airways has released its flight schedule for March 8-10, accommodating previous bookings and offering new tickets. Meanwhile, Qatar Airways operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. However, with temporary authorization for limited corridors, Qatar Airways intends to operate a specific flight schedule to reunite affected passengers. The airline emphasizes that these are not a full resumption of commercial services and advises passengers to check for confirmed tickets before traveling.

Key Points: Etihad, Qatar Airways Resume Limited Flight Operations

  • Etihad releases March 8-10 flight schedule
  • Qatar Airways ops suspended due to airspace closure
  • Limited flights via authorized corridors planned
  • Passengers urged not to airport without confirmed ticket
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Etihad, Qatar Airways resume flights in Middle East

Etihad releases new schedule; Qatar Airways plans limited flights via approved corridors as airspace closure continues. Check latest updates.

"Flights do not constitute a confirmation of the resumption of scheduled commercial operations. - Qatar Airways"

Abu Dhabi, March 8

Etihad Airways on Sunday released its latest flight schedule for the coming days for March 8-10.

Guests with previous bookings will be accommodated on these flights as soon as possible. Tickets are also available for sale on http://etihad.com, the airline said in its statement.

Meanwhile, Qatar Airways scheduled flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. Qatar Airways will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe full reopening of Qatari airspace by the relevant authorities.

Following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming limited operating corridors, Qatar Airways intends to operate the following flight schedule in the coming days to support passengers who have been affected due to the current disruption, and in helping them reunite with family and friends as quickly and safely as possible.

Flights departing from Doha (DOH):

9-March: Seoul (ICN), Moscow (SVO), London Heathrow (LHR), Delhi (DEL), Madrid (MAD), Islamabad (ISB), Beijing (PKX), Perth (PER), Nairobi (NBO)

10-March: Cairo (CAI), London Heathrow (LHR), Jeddah (JED), Manila (MNL), Kochi (COK), Muscat (MCT), Istanbul (IST), Mumbai (BOM), Delhi (DEL), Nairobi (NBO), Islamabad (ISB), Madrid (MAD), Frankfurt (FRA), Colombo (CMB), Milan (MXP)

Flights arriving to Doha (DOH):

10-March: Seoul (ICN), Moscow (SVO), London Heathrow (LHR), Delhi (DEL), Madrid (MAD), Islamabad (ISB), Beijing (PKX), Perth (PER), Nairobi (NBO).

11-March: Cairo (CAI), London Heathrow (LHR), Jeddah (JED), Manila (MNL), Kochi (COK), Muscat (MCT), Istanbul (IST), Mumbai (BOM), Delhi (DEL), Nairobi (NBO), Islamabad (ISB), Madrid (MAD), Frankfurt (FRA), Colombo (CMB), Milan (MXP).

For the latest flight updates and to book, please visit the Qatar Airways website or App or a travel agent.

These flights do not constitute a confirmation of the resumption of scheduled commercial operations.

Passengers are kindly asked not to arrive at their departure airport unless they hold a valid confirmed ticket for travel, as per Qatar Airways.

The safety and well-being of our passengers and crew remain our highest priority during this period of disruption. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused by the current situation, which is beyond our control, and thank our passengers for their patience and understanding.

A further update will be provided on 9 March 2026, as per Qatar Airways.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see flights resuming, but the communication could be better. The article says it's not a confirmation of scheduled operations resuming. That's confusing for passengers. Airlines need to be crystal clear in such situations.
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Arjun K
Kochi is on the list! Thank goodness. My parents were visiting me in Qatar and their return flight was cancelled last week. Fingers crossed they get a seat on the 10th March flight. The stress has been unreal.
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Sarah B
I appreciate that safety is their priority. It's an unpredictable situation. Hope the airspace opens fully soon for all airlines. The connectivity between the Gulf and India is so vital for so many families and businesses.
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Karthik V
Etihad resuming is a positive sign from Abu Dhabi. Hopefully, this leads to a full normalization. Many Indian professionals in the UAE rely on these flights for work travel back home. Jai Hind!
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Nisha Z
The notice asking passengers not to go to the airport without a confirmed ticket is crucial. People get desperate and rush, creating chaos. Please follow instructions and book online first. Stay safe, everyone.

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