According to the OAG Megahubs 2026 ranking, Dubai International Airport is the most connected airport in the Middle East and Africa.
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Around 200 passengers faced a major travel disruption after Etihad Airways (EY) cancelled flight EY217 from Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL), to Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi (AUH), late Saturday evening.
Etihad Airways (EY) is set to expand its Saudi Arabian network with a new year-round service to Red Sea International Airport (RSI), connecting Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) with Saudi Arabia’s emerging Red Sea tourism destination from October 4, 2026.
In 2026, London Heathrow claimed the number one position, followed by Singapore Changi and Rome Fiumicino.
Etihad Airways (EY) cancelled and delayed several flights between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi after an unexpected workers’ strike disrupted operations at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) on August 20.
Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport was officially named the World’s Most Improved Airport by Skytrax, reflecting the dramatic progress achieved under Saudi Arabia’s aviation expansion strategy.
Abu Dhabi is offering free UAE visa charges to eligible Indian tourists booking qualifying holidays through participating travel partners.
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Qatar Airways resumes double daily flights to Abu Dhabi, expanding its UAE network alongside Dubai and Sharjah services.
Etihad denies fire on flight EY343 from Chennai (MAA) to Abu Dhabi (AUH), cites technical issue and gate return.