Passenger traffic at Dubai International Airport declined by 66 percent in March amid regional conflict and reported Iranian attacks on the United Arab Emirates, according to the Dubai Media Office.

The airport, known as one of the busiest globally for international travel, recorded about 2.5 million passengers during the period.

Authorities linked the sharp drop to widespread disruption across regional airspace, noting that restricted routes significantly affected flight schedules and overall capacity.

The figures highlight the impact of escalating tensions in the Middle East on aviation and passenger movement through major global hubs.

Although operations continued, flight activity remained limited, with reduced traffic and disrupted travel patterns observed at the airport.