Dubai Metro Ramadan 2026 Timings Announced

As Ramadan approaches, Dubai residents are adjusting their daily routines. Work hours shift. Evenings stretch longer. Roads feel different just before iftar.

To help residents plan, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially confirmed the Dubai Metro Ramadan 2026 timings, along with tram schedules, parking tariffs and service centre hours.

Ramadan is expected to begin on February 19, 2026, subject to moon sighting. With that, transport across the city will continue operating smoothly — with only minor adjustments.

Here is everything commuters need to know.

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Metro and Tram to Operate as Usual

The good news for daily commuters? The Dubai Metro schedule remains unchanged during Ramadan.

Both the Red Line and Green Line will operate on their regular hours throughout the holy month.

Dubai Metro Ramadan 2026 timings:

• Monday to Thursday: 5am to midnight
• Friday: 5am to 1am (next day)
• Saturday: 5am to midnight
• Sunday: 8am to midnight

Whether someone is travelling from Centrepoint to Expo City or from Etisalat by e& to Creek, service hours remain consistent.

For many residents working shorter shifts during Ramadan, this steady schedule offers convenience. Office-goers heading home before sunset and students finishing early classes can rely on the same departure times.

The Dubai Tram will also continue its usual schedule:

• Monday to Saturday: 6am to 1am
• Sunday: 9am to 1am

Residents in Dubai Marina, JBR and Al Sufouh can expect no changes to tram operations.

In short, Metro and tram users can commute without adjusting their usual timing plans.

Ramadan Parking Timings Across Dubai

While train services remain steady, public parking hours will follow the standard Ramadan split schedule.

During Ramadan, paid parking zones will operate in two time periods:

• 8am to 6pm
• 8pm to midnight

This creates a two-hour free window between 6pm and 8pm, aligning with iftar time across the city.

That short break often brings a noticeable shift in traffic. Roads slow down as families prepare to break their fast. Restaurants fill up. Mosques see more visitors. The revised parking structure supports that rhythm.

Multi-storey parking facilities will continue operating 24 hours daily, without changes.

Residents planning iftar outings in areas like Downtown Dubai, Karama or Deira should factor in these adjusted hours.

Bus and Marine Transport Updates

For bus users, the RTA has advised residents to check the S’hail app for route-specific updates.

While the main rail network remains fixed, bus schedules may see slight adjustments depending on demand patterns during Ramadan.

Marine transport services — including abras and water taxis — will also have updated timings available on the app.

For commuters along Dubai Creek or those travelling between traditional districts, marine transport remains a practical option, especially in the cooler post-iftar hours.

Checking the app before stepping out is always recommended, particularly in the first few days of Ramadan when travel patterns begin to shift.

RTA Service Centres Adjust Working Hours

Customer Happiness Centres across Dubai will operate on modified hours during Ramadan.

In Deira — including Al Tawar Centre, Al Manara Centre and Al Kifaf Centre — timings will be:

• Monday to Thursday: 9am to 5pm
• Friday: 9am to 12pm

The Al Barsha Centre will operate Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

Umm Ramool will remain open 24/7.

Residents planning to complete vehicle registration, licensing services or other RTA transactions should schedule visits accordingly. Ramadan mornings are usually calmer, making them a better time to complete paperwork.

Flexible Work Hours to Ease Peak Traffic

In addition to transport updates, Dubai has also introduced flexible and remote working policies for public sector employees during Ramadan.

Government staff will be allowed to adjust schedules and work from home where possible.

This step is expected to reduce afternoon congestion, particularly before iftar when traffic tends to build up across key highways.

Over the years, Ramadan in Dubai has followed a familiar pattern. Mornings feel quieter. Offices close earlier. After sunset, the city comes alive again.

From iftar gatherings in Al Seef to evening walks in City Walk, residents plan their movements around prayer times and family commitments.

Reliable transport plays an important role in keeping that balance intact.

What Residents Should Keep in Mind?

The key takeaway is simple:

• Metro and tram timings remain unchanged.
• Parking follows a split schedule.
• Bus and marine users should check the app.
• Service centres operate shorter hours.

For daily commuters, this clarity makes planning easier.

As Ramadan approaches, residents across Dubai prepare for a month focused on reflection, family and community. Knowing how the city will move during this time removes uncertainty.

Public transport remains fully operational. The system is ready. And the city continues to run — just at a slightly different pace.

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