Middle East Airspace

The safety and security of our customers and crew is always our number one priority. The escalation of conflict in the Middle East remains a dynamic and fast-moving situation, and we continue to keep our flying programme under constant review.

Following our latest assessments and in line with guidance from international aviation authorities, some of our flights are now operating in the region. Any decision to resume services is made only after thorough risk reviews and careful consideration of the latest intelligence available to us.

While we intend to operate some flights as planned, the situation remains dynamic. We continue to monitor developments closely and will make further changes at short notice if required to ensure the ongoing safety and security of our customers and crew.

We have also rerouted some of our flights. As a result, some of our services are operating on adjusted routings and may experience slightly longer flight times. 

Cancelled Flights

We have taken the decision to cancel the following services. Affected customers are being contacted directly by email or SMS with further information about their travel arrangements.

Full details of our flight cancellation policy can be found here. 

This remains a fast-moving and unpredictable situation, and further cancellations or schedule changes are possible over the coming days as we continue to prioritise safe operations.

If you are currently away from home

Customers who are overseas and require assistance returning home must register as Away From Home using the link below:

Click here to register as Away From Home

Submitting the form ensures our teams are aware of a customer’s circumstances and allows us to prioritise support once flights are able to operate safely. While immediate re-accommodation cannot be guaranteed, we will work to offer the earliest suitable option once services resume.

There is no need to contact our Customer Centre after registering. Provided accurate contact details have been submitted, customers will receive regular updates as the situation develops, including when travel arrangements can be confirmed.

Our teams are actively planning for the return of customers as soon as conditions allow.

If additional expenses are incurred

If a flight cancellation results in a customer being away from home for longer than planned, reasonable expenses for accommodation, meals and essential transport will be covered where necessary.

Receipts should be retained and claims submitted via the website here. 

Flexible Booking Options

Flexible booking options remain available for customers whose flights are currently scheduled to operate but who wish to explore alternative travel arrangements. If you booked directly with Virgin Atlantic or Virgin Atlantic Holidays, please contact our Contact Centre to discuss the flexible booking options which may be available to you. You can find our available contact details here.

If you booked through a Travel Agent or Tour Operator, please contact them directly to discuss your available options, as we’re unable to make changes to third-party bookings.

Important Information

In the meantime, we encourage all customers due to travel in the coming days to check the status of their flight on the Flight Status page at virginatlantic.com before travelling to the airport, and ensure their contact details are up to date in My Booking.

Customers currently in the region are asked to follow local instructions and FCDO advice. UK customers in UAE specifically, including Dubai, should register their presence with the UK Government.

Our teams are actively reviewing all available options and planning next steps to support customers as soon as conditions allow, while ensuring safety remains our absolute priority.

Specific Information for Virgin Atlantic Holiday Customers can be found here