Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific has announced the suspension of all flights to Dubai until April 30, 2026, citing the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East. The decision was disclosed in a statement released on Wednesday, which attributed the move to the ongoing regional conflict.

According to AFP, the airline indicated that further adjustments to its flight schedule may occur depending on future developments. Earlier in March, Cathay Pacific had already canceled flights to both Dubai and Riyadh, and the suspension has now been extended through the end of April. The airline has also doubled fuel surcharges on most routes this month due to rising fuel prices triggered by the war, a trend mirrored by Hong Kong Airlines, which raised its surcharge twice within a week.

Cathay Pacific noted that demand for Europe-bound travel has increased, prompting the addition of extra flights in March. The airline said long-haul passenger demand has generally risen as travelers seek alternatives to Middle East routes.