British Airways has cancelled all scheduled flights to and from several key Middle East destinations throughout March 2026, citing “continuing uncertainty” in the region and “airspace instability” linked to the ongoing US-Israel war against Iran.
In an official statement issued on Tuesday, March 11, 2026, the airline confirmed the following cancellations:
All flights to and from Amman (Jordan), Bahrain, Doha (Qatar), Dubai (UAE), and Tel Aviv (Israel) for the remainder of March.
Flights to and from Abu Dhabi (UAE) will not operate until “later this year.”
The airline emphasised that the decision was driven by the volatile security situation and unpredictable airspace closures or restrictions resulting from the conflict, which escalated sharply after the US-Israel joint strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026. Those attacks killed more than 1,200 people and injured around 10,000, including the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran has since launched repeated retaliatory drone and missile barrages targeting Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf states hosting US military facilities, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain. The tit-for-tat exchanges have led to multiple airspace closures, heightened air defence alerts, and significant disruptions to commercial aviation in the region.
British Airways stated it is “keeping the situation under constant review” and is actively contacting affected customers to offer rebooking options, full refunds, or alternative travel arrangements where possible.
The airline also issued a public warning about scammers impersonating British Airways staff. Fraudsters have reportedly been contacting passengers via phone, email, or messaging apps, requesting personal information, payment details, or “security fees” related to cancellations or rebookings. BA urged customers to only communicate through official channels (website, app, or verified customer service numbers) and to avoid sharing sensitive information with unsolicited contacts.
The cancellations reflect a broader trend among major international carriers, with several European, Asian, and Gulf airlines suspending or significantly reducing services to the Middle East since early March. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned that prolonged disruption could lead to substantial revenue losses and supply chain impacts across global aviation and cargo networks.
As the conflict shows no immediate signs of de-escalation, airspace and airport operations in the region remain highly unpredictable. Travellers are advised to check directly with airlines for the latest updates before heading to airports.
