Published: March 4, 2026 | Courtesy: Kenya Airways Corporate Communications
NAIROBI – Kenya Airways (KQ) has announced the operation of repatriation flights between Nairobi and Dubai following the partial reopening of Dubai International Airport (DXB) for limited operations.
The national carrier confirmed that it has received approval from Dubai Airport Management to operate special flights strictly for repatriation purposes, as regular scheduled services remain suspended.
✈️ Repatriation Flight Schedule
| Flight | Route | Date |
|---|---|---|
| KQ 310 | Nairobi → Dubai | 4th March 2026 |
| KQ 305 | Dubai → Nairobi | 5th March 2026 |
“This update is for information only. We will operate repatriation flights from Nairobi to Dubai on 04 March 2026 and from Dubai to Nairobi on 05 March 2026.”
📢 Important Information for Passengers
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| 🎯 Purpose | Strictly repatriation flights – not regular scheduled services |
| 👤 Eligibility | For customers who are citizens or have residency in the UAE |
| 📍 From Dubai | Travelers must wait for confirmed departure date/time before proceeding to DXB |
| 📞 Communication | KQ will contact affected customers directly |
✅ Actions for Affected Passengers
| Action | How To |
|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Check Flight Status | Visit kenya-airways.com |
| 2️⃣ Update Contact Details | Use “Manage Booking” option on the website |
| 3️⃣ Wait for Confirmation | Do not proceed to airport until contacted |
| 4️⃣ Monitor Updates | Follow official KQ channels |
📞 Customer Assistance
For further support:
| Channel | Details |
|---|---|
| 📞 Phone | +254 711 024 747 |
| +254 705 474 747 | |
| 🐦 X (Twitter) | @KQSupport |
⚠️ Important Notes
| Note | Details |
|---|---|
| 🚫 No Scheduled Operations | Regular flights to Dubai remain suspended |
| 🔄 Developing Situation | Updates will be provided as new information becomes available |
| 🛡️ Safety First | Crew and passenger safety remains the highest priority |
“As this is a developing situation, we have not resumed scheduled operations to Dubai. We will provide updates as soon as new information becomes available and share a confirmed schedule as soon as we have approvals from the UAE Authorities.”
🔗 Useful Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| ✅ Check Flight Status | kenya-airways.com |
| 📝 Update Booking | Manage Booking on KQ website |
| 📱 Follow Updates | @KQSupport on X |
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