"Following the military escalation, extensive airspace closures have been in effect across parts of the Middle East since 28 February 2026. In addition, official travel warnings have been issued for several countries in the region, including the UAE and Qatar."
"Etihad encourages travellers due to fly up to and including Wednesday 15 April to contact the airline to discuss travel options. Similar to other airlines regularly operating through the Middle East, Etihad has introduced more flexible options for upcoming travel arrangements, which are updated accordingly."
"If your flight has been cancelled, refund requests can be made before Wednesday, 15 April, through the website's Manage My Booking portal. If you booked through a travel agent or third party, they should be your first point of contact for rebooking and refunds."
The escalation of conflict in the Middle East since February 2026 has significantly disrupted travel. Airlines such as Etihad, Qatar, Emirates, and Gulf Air are facing challenges with flight operations. Etihad Airways has issued travel advisories due to extensive airspace closures and official travel warnings for countries like the UAE and Qatar. Passengers are encouraged to contact the airline for flexible travel options. Refund requests for cancelled flights can be made through the airline's website or via travel agents for those who booked through third parties.
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