Dubai International Airport has ranked among the world’s busiest airports for international passenger traffic, handling 95.2 million passengers in 2025, reaffirming its position as a key global aviation hub.
Operations at Dubai International Airport (DXB) were temporarily suspended after an Iranian drone attack in the vicinity of the airport terminals, according to a statement from the Dubai Media Office.
Dubai Airports said flights to and from Dubai International Airport are gradually resuming to selected destinations, following the temporary suspension implemented as a precautionary measure.
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority announced Monday morning the temporary suspension of flights at Dubai International Airport as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of all passengers and staff.
UAE airports continued to post record performance during the first nine months of 2025, strengthening the global competitiveness of the country’s civil aviation sector and its central role in driving economic growth.
Dubai International (DXB) airport achieved the highest quarterly traffic in its 65-year history in Q3 2025, welcoming 24.2 million guests between July and September – a 1.9% increase year-on-year.
