E611 lanes and Al Maktoum Airport tunnel to close for daytime testing

Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 21:44

By ARN News Staff

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has announced temporary daytime closures near Al Maktoum International Airport from October 26-31.

Three lanes on Emirates Road, E611, opposite the airport will be closed, while the Al Maktoum International Airport Tunnel will be fully closed in both directions.

The restrictions will be in place daily from 9am to 4pm for highway testing for autonomous taxi companies.

Motorists are being advised to plan journeys in advance and follow directional signs.

#RTA informs you of the closure of three lanes on Emirates Road (E611), opposite Al Maktoum International Airport, in addition to the full closure of Al Maktoum International Airport Tunnel in both directions, from 26 to 31 October, between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, to conduct highway…
— RTA (@rta_dubai) October 25, 2026

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