03/03/2026
Important Travel Update – Middle East (As at 3 March)
Recent developments have resulted in temporary airspace closures over parts of the Middle East. As a result, some international flights may be delayed, rerouted or cancelled.
• Check your flight status directly with your airline before travelling
• Be prepared for possible schedule adjustments
• Follow airline guidance and notifications
• Do not attend the airport unless advised by your airline
Passenger safety remains the highest priority, and airlines are adjusting operations in line with aviation safety protocols.
If you have booked with Helloworld Travel Sunnybank Hills, our team is here to assist you with any changes or questions. At this stage, impacts are primarily affecting travel between 28 February and mid-March. Travellers with flights scheduled after mid-March are not currently impacted and are not required to make any changes.
Emirates Airline
• Limited flights recommenced from the evening of 2 March
• Priority is being given to travellers with earlier bookings
• All other flights remain suspended until further notice
Qatar Airways
• Operations remain temporarily suspended due to Qatari airspace closure
• A further update is expected after 5 March, 4:00pm Brisbane time.
Etihad Airways
• Scheduled commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi and Dubai remain suspended until 4 March, 8:00pm Brisbane time.
Travellers are also encouraged to monitor the Australian Government Smart Traveller website for official travel advice and destination updates.
All flight schedules and airline policies remain subject to change at short notice.
