Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai? Here's the Latest Advice for Travelers
Condé Nast Traveler
by Hana Al-KhodairiMarch 2, 2026
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Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai? Here's What You Need to Know
Recent tensions in the Middle East have raised concerns about safety for travelers planning visits to Dubai and the UAE. Over the weekend of February 28-29, Iran launched retaliatory strikes following US and Israeli actions, targeting regional airspace. The UAE’s Ministry of Defence reported successfully intercepting hundreds of drones and missiles, with some falling within its territory or into the sea. While no major airports were directly targeted, incidents at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport and Dubai International Airport (DXB) resulted in casualties and minor damage to infrastructure.
At Abu Dhabi’s airport, debris from an intercepted drone caused one fatality and seven injuries. Similarly, Dubai’s DXB experienced minor damage to a terminal, with four staff members injured. Despite these incidents, authorities have reassured the public that safety remains their top priority. Dubai Airports confirmed that contingency plans were in place, ensuring most terminals were evacuated before any potential threats. Civil defense teams responded swiftly to contain the situations, and no major fires or injuries were reported elsewhere, such as at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and Fairmont The Palm
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Originally published on Condé Nast Traveler on 3/2/2026