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  • Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Iran war shakes skies: Emirates jets fly back to Dubai nearly empty as travellers flee

Emirates faces drastically low passenger numbers on inbound flights to Dubai, with some routes seeing as few as 5% occupancy. This comes amid travel advisories and disruptions in the Persian Gulf region. While outbound flights are also impacted by no-shows, the airline continues cargo operations and maintains a faster pace than competitors, prioritizing safety.

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