Dubai International Airport (DBX) saw a 65.7% drop in passenger traffic in March 2026, with first-quarter figures down 20.6% due to disruptions caused by the US-Iran war.
Dubai International Airport reported a 66% passenger drop in March due to disruptions from the war in Iran, pulling first-quarter traffic down 21% to 2.5 million. The world's busiest international hub faced repeated shutdowns after drone incidents in nearby areas. India remained the largest source market, while London was the top destination with 752,000 passengers. CEO Paul Griffiths said the airport is preparing to increase operations as UAE lifts travel restrictions, with strong underlying demand.
