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SpiceJet to Operate Eight Special Flights from UAE on March 4 to Bring Back Stranded Indians

India / March 4, 2026: In response to continued airspace disruptions amid the escalating West Asia conflict, SpiceJet has announced that it will operate eight special repatriation flights from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday, March 4, to bring back Indian nationals who were stranded due to flight cancellations and airspace closures over the past few days.

The decision comes as airlines and authorities work to assist thousands of passengers affected by flight disruptions triggered by the ongoing tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran.

Special Flight Details

According to the airline’s official release:

All eight special flights will depart from Fujairah in the UAE.
Four flights will land in New Delhi.
Three flights will arrive in Mumbai.
One flight will operate to Kochi in Kerala.

These additional services aim to provide extra capacity and help Indian nationals return home at the earliest possible opportunity after days of cancelled or suspended services.

Background: Why the Special Flights Are Needed

The broader crisis erupted after sudden airspace closures and flight disruptions in parts of the Middle East due to the regional conflict. These disruptions have affected normal operations for multiple airlines, leaving many Indian citizens — including workers, students and tourists — stranded in the Gulf region.

On March 3, SpiceJet had already operated four special repatriation flights from Fujairah to Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi, helping passengers who had booked tickets but could not travel earlier due to cancellations.

Restoration of Scheduled Services

Alongside the special flights, SpiceJet has also announced plans to resume its scheduled services from Fujairah to Delhi and Mumbai from March 4, as part of broader efforts to gradually normalise connectivity between India and the UAE amid the evolving situation.

The airline is evaluating the possibility of adding more special flights in the coming days, depending on passenger demand and regulatory approvals.

Wider Evacuation Efforts

Indian carriers are coordinating closely with the Ministry of Civil Aviation and foreign aviation authorities to facilitate travel for stranded passengers. On March 4, a total of 58 flights by Indian airlines — including IndiGo, Air India and SpiceJet — are planned to help evacuate affected travellers from the Gulf region amid scheduling changes caused by restricted airspace.

Why This Matters

The Iran-US-Israel conflict has caused widespread disruption in international air travel, especially across key Middle Eastern air corridors. Sudden closures and uncertainties have led to abrupt cancellations of hundreds of flights by Indian and foreign carriers, forcing travellers to adjust plans and rely on special repatriation services.

These special flights aim to ensure that Indian citizens — many of whom commute between the UAE and India for work, family and education — can reach home safely during a period of heightened regional instability.

FAQ Section

Q: Why is SpiceJet operating special flights from the UAE?
Special flights are being run to repatriate Indian nationals stranded due to widespread airspace disruptions caused by the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Q: How many special flights are scheduled on March 4?
A total of eight repatriation flights will operate from Fujairah to Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi on March 4.

Q: Did SpiceJet operate similar flights earlier?
Yes — on March 3, the airline operated four special flights from Fujairah to help stranded travellers return home.

Q: Are regular UAE-India flights resuming?
SpiceJet plans to restore scheduled flights between Fujairah and Delhi/Mumbai from March 4 as part of normalising connectivity.