Singapore Airlines is not flying to Dubai. SQ494 and SQ495 are cancelled until 24 October 2026, so the earliest the route can operate again is 25 October 2026.
If you hold a ticket on a cancelled flight, you are entitled to a full refund of the unused portion. Here is how to claim it, and what to fly instead.
Last updated 4 September 2026.
Current status of Singapore Airlines Dubai flights
Singapore Airlines’ own advisory, last updated on 15 July 2026, confirms that SQ494 from Singapore to Dubai and SQ495 from Dubai to Singapore are cancelled until 24 October 2026.
Dubai International Airport’s flight information carries no Singapore Airlines departures at all, which matches the airline’s advisory.
25 October is the start of the winter schedule season, so the restart is tied to the seasonal changeover rather than to a specific reopening. The airline warns that the situation stays fluid and other flights may be affected, so confirm the flight before you book travel around it.
Rebooking and refunds
Singapore Airlines is offering a full refund of the unused portion of the ticket to passengers on the cancelled flights. Note what is not on offer: the airline’s current advisory does not promise reaccommodation onto another carrier, and there is no published fee waiver or extended rebooking deadline beyond the standard obligation on an airline cancellation.
| How you booked | What to do |
|---|---|
| Directly with Singapore Airlines | Use the changes and refunds form and choose to cancel your booking for a refund. |
| Through a travel agent or partner airline | Contact that agent or airline. Singapore Airlines cannot process a third party refund for you. |
| KrisFlyer award ticket | Contact KrisFlyer customer service about redepositing the miles. |
Update your contact details in Manage Booking so the airline can reach you if anything changes again.
How to get to Dubai in the meantime
Singapore Airlines has no indirect Dubai routing of its own, so you need another carrier. Two straightforward options from Singapore:
- Emirates nonstop. Emirates operates three daily flights between Dubai and Singapore, as EK314, EK352 and EK354.
- One stop via Doha or Istanbul. Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines both connect Singapore to Dubai through their hubs.
Compare what is actually flying and what it costs on Dubai International Airport on Wego, or track the route on Singapore Airlines on Wego for when the service returns.
Several other long haul carriers are also away from Dubai until the late October schedule change, including British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa Group and Cathay Pacific, so check any connection before you commit to it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Singapore Airlines flying to Dubai right now?
No. SQ494 and SQ495 are cancelled until 24 October 2026 under the airline’s own advisory, and Dubai International lists no Singapore Airlines departures.
When will Singapore Airlines resume Dubai flights?
25 October 2026 is the earliest date the route can operate, because cancellations run through 24 October. That is also the start of the winter schedule season. The restart date has moved several times during 2026, so confirm before booking around it.
Can I get a refund for my cancelled flight?
Yes. Singapore Airlines offers a full refund of the unused portion of the ticket. Book direct and you use the changes and refunds form. Book through an agent or partner airline and you have to go back to them.
Will Singapore Airlines put me on another airline?
Its current advisory does not promise that. The published option is a refund of the unused portion. If you need to travel on your original dates, plan on rebooking yourself with another carrier.
How else can I fly Singapore to Dubai?
Emirates flies the route nonstop three times a day as EK314, EK352 and EK354. Qatar Airways via Doha and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul are one stop alternatives.
Sources
- Singapore Airlines: advisory on flights affected by the situation in the Middle East
- Singapore Airlines: changes and refunds
- Dubai Airports: flight information for DXB
- The National: which Middle East flights are operating and which remain suspended
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