Abu Dhabi/Dubai: Emirates and Etihad Airways have cancelled and rescheduled multiple flights between the UAE and the United States due to a severe winter storm hitting the US East Coast.

Passengers travelling to New York, Newark, Boston, and other affected cities are advised to check flight status, contact their airlines, or rebook as both carriers adjust schedules to prioritise passenger safety.

The storm is expected to bring 1–2 feet of snow across major cities, including New York, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington, with blizzard conditions, strong winds, and heavy snowfall creating near-impossible travel conditions.

Emirates has cancelled and rescheduled several flights to and from New York due to the anticipated impact of a fast-developing Nor’easter, which is set to slam the US East Coast from Sunday.

The airline said on its website that customers affected by cancellations should contact their travel agency for rebooking, while passengers who booked directly with Emirates are advised to reach out to the airline. Those on rescheduled flights connecting through Dubai will be rebooked automatically to their final destinations.

Emirates urged travellers to ensure their contact details are up to date via Manage Your Booking for timely updates and apologised for any inconvenience caused.

The following services on 23 February have been cancelled:

Etihad said affected passengers will be rebooked on alternative flights when services resume or offered a full refund if requested. Guests are advised to keep contact details up to date via etihad.com/contactme to receive timely updates via SMS or email.

The airline reaffirmed that the safety and comfort of passengers and crew remain its top priority. Etihad warned that further delays or cancellations could occur depending on weather conditions and apologised for any inconvenience caused. Passengers are advised to monitor Etihad’s website and flight status updates and ensure contact details are up to date.

Air India has cancelled all flights to and from New York and Newark on 23 February due to a severe winter storm forecast to hit the US East Coast. The Nor’easter is expected to bring heavy snow, strong winds, and blizzard-like conditions across New York, New Jersey, and nearby areas, disrupting flight operations.

In a statement, the airline said the cancellations prioritise passenger safety and well-being. Passengers on affected flights are advised to contact Air India’s 24×7 call centre at +91 1169329333 / +91 1169329999 or visit airindia.com for updates and rebooking assistance.

The East Coast is expected to face extensive travel disruption, including hazardous road conditions, power outages, and heavy snow. Authorities have warned that New York City could experience its first major blizzard since 2016. Passengers are urged to stay indoors and take all necessary precautions.

Meteorologists have issued blizzard warnings for at least six states. The storm threatens power outages, coastal flooding, and travel disruption across the densely populated corridor.

More than 50 million Americans are in the path of the Nor’easter, with New York City expecting its first major blizzard since 2016 and snowfall totals potentially reaching 20 inches. Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors, and New Jersey has declared a state of emergency to mobilise resources.