Emirates and flydubai extend Sudan flight suspension

UAE airlines have extended the suspension of flights to and from Khartoum until May 31 due to the "deteriorating situation of civil unrest in Sudan".

In an update on their official website, Emirates Airline said flights EK733/EK734 stand cancelled until the end of May, adding that they are closely monitoring the situation. 

flydubai services to Khartoum will also be suspended until May 31.

The airlines have urged passengers impacted by the move to contact their booking agents for alternative travel arrangements.