GCAA Announces Resumption of Flights Between UAE and Syria

UAE Restores Air Links with Syria After Years of Suspension The United Arab Emirates’ General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has officially announced the resumption of flights between the UAE and Syria, marking a significant step in restoring air connectivity and diplomatic relations between the two countries. This move comes after years of suspended air travel due to the prolonged civil war in Syria and signals a renewed phase of cooperation in regional aviation. Years of Suspension Flights between the UAE and Syria were halted in the early years of the Syrian civil war, as security concerns and international sanctions isolated Syria from much of the world. The conflict, which began in 2011, led to the suspension of most international flights to and from Syria, including those operated by UAE carriers. In recent months, however, the region has witnessed a shift. Several international airlines, including Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, have already resumed services to Damascus International Airport, following the removal of former Syrian president Bashar Al Assad in December 2024. The first international commercial flight from Damascus to Sharjah took place in January 2025, signaling the beginning of Syria’s reintegration into regional air networks. The Announcement: Joint Coordination Underway On April 14, 2025, the GCAA released a statement confirming that