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British Airways Extends Gatwick-Dubai Flight Suspension Until October

By 19Network Editorial Team · Jun 4, 2026 · 2 min read

British Airways Extends Gatwick-Dubai Flight Suspension Until October

The UK carrier pushed back the resumption of its seasonal Gatwick route to October due to aircraft and engine supply chain constraints.

British Airways (BA) has extended the suspension of its flight service between London Gatwick (LGW) and Dubai International (DXB) until October 2024. The UK flag carrier confirmed that the daily seasonal route, which was previously paused for the summer, will not resume as originally scheduled due to ongoing fleet availability constraints. \n\n The decision stems from supply chain issues affecting the airline’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet, specifically related to the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. These technical delays have forced the airline to adjust its long-haul schedule, prioritizing high-frequency routes and its primary hub at London Heathrow (LHR). \n\n Impact on Passengers and Routes \n Passengers currently booked on the Gatwick-Dubai service are being offered rebooking options on flights departing from London Heathrow or full refunds. While the Gatwick service remains suspended, British Airways continues to operate up to three daily flights between London Heathrow and Dubai using Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft. \n\n The suspension leaves Emirates as the sole operator of direct flights between London Gatwick and Dubai. The Gatwick route is traditionally popular with…