Passengers scheduled to travel from Dubai to Kigali on RwandAir flight WB305 were left waiting at Dubai International Airport on October 11, 2026, after the flight was delayed and subsequently suspended, according to local media reports.

The disruption affected travellers preparing to return to Rwanda, with reports indicating that passengers had waited for several hours without receiving a detailed explanation of when their journey would resume.

According to Ijambo.net, passengers were told that the aircraft had experienced a technical issue. However, the precise cause of the disruption and the revised departure arrangements had not been independently confirmed in the report.

The incident has raised concerns for travellers connecting between the United Arab Emirates and Rwanda, particularly those with onward flights, accommodation arrangements or urgent commitments in Kigali.

Airline disruptions can also affect business travellers, tourists and families relying on scheduled international connections. Passengers affected by cancellations or lengthy delays are generally advised to contact their airline directly for confirmed flight updates and information about rebooking, refunds or assistance.

RwandAir has previously published travel notices concerning its Middle East services, making it important for passengers to check the airline’s latest official announcements before travelling.

The key question for affected passengers is when normal travel arrangements will resume and what support will be provided to those whose journeys have been interrupted. Further details should be confirmed through RwandAir and airport authorities as they become available.