Emirates has temporarily cancelled flights to the south Indian city of Chennai on Tuesday after torrential rains caused by Cyclone Michaung left its airport and several parts submerged.
In a statement on their website, the UAE carrier said its flights on Monday and Tuesday will be affected.
The airline added that they "are monitoring the situation closely and aim to give customers as much notice as possible if there are any further changes to operations".
The affected flights are as follows:
- EK546 04DEC23 DXB‑MAA
- EK 547 04DEC23 MAA‑DXB
- EK542 04DEC23 DXB‑MAA
- EK543 04DEC23 MAA‑DXB
- EK544 05DEC23 DXB‑MAA
- EK545 05DEC23 MAA‑DXB
Emirates has advised passengers to contact their booking agents or local Emirates office for rebooking options.
ARN News Centre has reached out to other local airlines for updates.
New UAE, Bahrain fast-track travel system takes off
Dubai adjusts paid parking hours for Ramadan
Dubai's Al Jalila Foundation unveils cancer support fund
Dubai Police urge vigilance against online begging
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan pays tribute to UAE's royal photographer
Sharjah approves over AED76 million in debt settlement for citizens
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan awards Arab Hope Makers
UAE looks into framework to regulate children's social media use
UAE Ramadan moon-sighting committee to meet on Tuesday
RTA opens second bridge at Al Qudra intersection
Abu Dhabi identifies over 40 modern heritage sites
Distribution of aid from UAE's Saqr Humanitarian Ship begins in Gaza
Dubai to expand bus and taxi lanes as public transport ridership grows by 7.4%
Emir of Qatar welcomed by UAE President on visit to Abu Dhabi
UAE, Egypt Foreign Ministers discuss Gaza peace plan
UAE, Pakistan leaders discuss boosting economic ties
UAE, Bosnia FMs discuss strengthening bilateral relations
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed launches campaign to rescue 5 million children from hunger
Dubai advances measures to support people of determination
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince to lead UAE delegation at AI Impact Summit in India
