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Flights from Manila to Dubai and Riyadh return after US, Israel strike Iran
Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific said they are closely monitoring developments related to the ongoing security situation in parts of the Middle East
- PUBLISHED: Sat 28 Feb 2026, 8:34 PM UPDATED: Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9:56 PM
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid Israeli, US strikes on Iran for the latest regional developments.]
At least three flights from Manila to the UAE and Saudi Arabia have returned to their airport of origin on Saturday, following escalating airstrikes between US/Israel and Iran that resulted in the temporary and partial closure of airspace in the region
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Philippine Airlines PR654 (Manila – Riyadh), which departed Manila on Saturday morning, February 28, diverted mid-air and reportedly arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) 10.40pm Philippine time (6.40pm UAE time)
The Manila – Dubai flight PR658, which also departed Manila on Saturday morning, returned to Manila and arrived same day at 9.52pm local time. Philippine Airlines’ flight between Manila and Doha were also cancelled on Saturday and Sunday.
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Meanwhile, Cebu Pacific’s Flight 5J 14 bound for Dubai, is expected to arrive in Manila at 10.45pm (Philippine time).
Both Philippine carriers told Khaleej Times they are “closely monitoring developments related to the ongoing security situation in parts of the Middle East.
“(We are) actively coordinating with aviation authorities, airport operators, and relevant government agencies regarding airspace and operational advisories.”
