Travel Advisory For Travellers Impacted By UAE Airpspace Closure

Date: 01 March 2026

To: All Media

TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR TRAVELLERS IMPACTED BY UAE AIRPSPACE CLOSURE

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) notes ongoing global flight disruptions due to the evolving situation in the Middle East and the continued closure of United Arab Emirates (UAE) airspace.
Travellers scheduled to depart from South African airports to the Middle East and UAE are advised not to proceed to airport precincts until they have confirmed their flight status with their respective airline.
For rebooking and assistance, customers may contact:

•Emirates – www.emirates.com | +971 600 555 555
•Qatar Airways – www.qatarairways.com | +974 4144 5555 or +44 3309 127 416

South African citizens stranded in affected areas should contact the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) or the nearest South African mission:
Tel: +27 12 351 1000
Email: CICC@dirco.gov.za

Or contact the nearest South African mission.

ACSA continues to monitor developments in coordination with aviation stakeholders. We acknowledge the frustration and anxiety caused by these disruptions and extend our support to all affected travellers.
Travellers are strongly advised to rely on information from official sources. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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For further information or media inquiries, please contact:
Ofentse Dijoe
ACSA Group Spokesperson
0727988486

Mediadesk@airports.co.za
Issued by Airports Company South Africa