If you’re travelling from Dubai to London, your plans may be disrupted, London Heathrow Airport has closed for the entire day due to a fire that caused a major power outage and most flights to and from the destination will be rescheduled. As a result, all Emirates flights from Dubai to Heathrow on Friday, March 21, have been cancelled.
Disruption at Heathrow may last up to a week before returning to normal, according to Paul Charles, CEO of PC Agency, a leading travel consultancy based in London.
Emirates Flights Affected
- EK001/002 (DXB-LHR-DXB)
- EK029/030 (DXB-LHR-DXB)
- EK031/032 (DXB-LHR-DXB)
- EK003/004 (DXB-LHR-DXB)
- EK005/006 (DXB-LHR-DXB)
Additionally, passengers connecting through Dubai onto Heathrow flights will not be accepted for travel until further notice.
What Should Affected Passengers Do?
If your flight has been cancelled, Emirates is offering rebooking options, allowing passengers to:
- Fly to an alternative UK airport (such as Manchester or Gatwick).
- Reschedule their flight to Heathrow on a later date.
If you booked directly with Emirates, you can manage your booking online. Those who booked through a travel agent should contact their agent for rebooking assistance.
Dubai Airports Confirms Flight Disruptions
Dubai Airports confirmed that eight outbound flights from DXB to LHR, along with one inbound flight, were cancelled. They advised passengers to check with their airlines for the latest updates before heading to Dubai International Airport.
British Airways Also Cancels Flights
British Airways has also advised passengers not to travel to Heathrow on Friday. The airline is working on providing affected customers with alternative travel options for the next 24 hours.
Stay Updated
Passengers flying from Dubai to London should:
- Check their flight status before heading to DXB.
- Visit the Emirates website for rebooking options.
- Stay in touch with their airline for further updates.
(Source: X, GN, emirates.com, CNN)
