National carrier RwandAir has announced it will gradually resume flights to Dubai and Doha starting June 1, following months of suspension triggered by tensions in the Middle East. In a statement issued on May 29, the airline said the decision follows continued assessment of regional conditions, while reaffirming that the safety, security, and comfort of passengers and crew remain its top priority. Flights to Dubai and Doha return from 1 June 2026. pic.twitter.com/9gXNssMm8R — RwandAir (@FlyRwandAir) May 29, 2026 “We recognise the importance of these routes to our customers. As services resume, the safety, security, and comfort of our passengers and crew remain our highest priority,” RwandAir said. Customers have been advised to book, manage, or update travel plans via www.rwandair.com or contact reservations at reservations@rwandair.com. “We look forward to welcoming our customers back on board,” the airline added. ALSO READ: Suspension of RwandAir flights to Middle East continues RwandAir suspended flights to Dubai and Doha earlier in 2026 after a military conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States disrupted regional airspace and aviation operations. The conflict led to widespread disruptions in global aviation, forcing airlines to reroute flights and adjust operations due to restricted airspace. ALSO READ: Rwanda-bound travellers stuck in transit in Middle East
