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Updated August 2023

The UAE has opened up international travel from India and flights are operating between the two nations and Indians travelling to the UAE can now book their travels without any hesitation.

Before booking your flight and hotel, here’s everything you should know about the current flight news, prices and updated travel restrictions for UAE-India travel.

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India to UAE latest flight news

According to the latest rules, it is mandatory that passengers travelling from India to the UAE have their passports written with their first names and last names. Otherwise, they will be considered INAD (Inadmissible passengers) by immigration. The new rule only applies to those who travel on a tourist or visit visa, not a residence or employment visa.

UAE Passport Name Rule: Latest News and Updates

India to UAE flights

Please note that prices and schedules are accurate for the period of August-September 2023. Make sure to visit the airline’s official website before making your bookings.

Air India

Air India operates regularly scheduled flights from major Indian cities to Dubai.

Delhi to Dubai – up to 3 direct flights and some connecting flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 18,928
Mumbai to Dubai – 2 direct flights and some connecting flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 19,446

Air India also has regular flights to Abu Dhabi.

Chennai to Abu Dhabi – up to 8 connecting flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 14,505
Delhi to Abu Dhabi – up to 10 connecting flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 15,601

If you wish to change any of the details of your booking, e.g. date and time, you must inform Air India of your changes prior to the scheduled time of departure of your flight to avoid any no-show charges if applicable. Changes to your booking may incur a rebooking fee depending on the applicable fare rule.

If you want to cancel your booking and get a refund, find out all the necessary details in our dedicated article on Air India refund and cancellation policies.

India to Dubai flights

Emirates

Emirates operates regularly scheduled flights from major Indian cities to Dubai.

Delhi to Dubai – up to 3 direct flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 18,824
Mumbai to Dubai – upto 3 direct flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 21,732
Chennai to Dubai– up to 3 daily flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 17,377

If you want to change the flight booking, call Emirates if you booked directly with the airline or contact your travel agent.

If you want a refund, apply here.

Find out more details concerning refund and cancellation policies through our dedicated article on Emirates refund and cancellation policies.

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India to Abu Dhabi flights

Etihad

Etihad operates regularly scheduled flights from major Indian cities to Abu Dhabi.

Mumbai to Abu Dhabi – 1 direct flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 13,781
Chennai to Abu Dhabi – connecting flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 17,033
Delhi to Abu Dhabi – up to 2 direct flights available 7 days a week. Ticket prices starting from INR 15,870

If you have changed your travel plans, request a refund here.

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India to Ras Al Khaimah flights

Indigo

Indigo recently announced its newest direct flight from Mumbai, India to Ras Al Khaimah, which is the 100th destination of the India-based air carrier.

Mumbai to Ras Al Khaimah- one direct flight on all days of the week. Ticket prices starting from INR 10,571
Delhi to Ras Al Khaimah- Multiple connecting flights on all days of the week. Ticket prices starting from INR 11,701
Chennai to to Ras Al Khaimah- Multiple connecting flights on all days of the week. Ticket prices starting from INR 11,046

If you have changed your travel plans, request a refund here.

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