Why flights from the UAE are taking longer – and costing more

Due to airspace restrictions from the conflict, flights from the UAE to places like Europe and the US are taking longer, sometimes up to an extra hour or more on safer routes. This has increased fuel costs and delays, causing ticket prices to rise by 15-20% or more on some routes. Airlines are prioritizing safety with approved flight corridors, but it means longer, more expensive journeys for now. https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2026/03/24/why-flights-from-the-uae-are-taking-longer-and-costing-more/