UAE Road Closures This Week: Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah
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UAE road closures this week
Current road closures, diversions and traffic restrictions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, from official RTA, police and transport authority announcements. Updated several times a day.
- Truck restrictions have applied across Dubai since 1 October 2026, including a 6am to 10pm ban on Sheikh Zayed Road.
- From 26 to 31 October 2026, three lanes of Emirates Road (E611) opposite Al Maktoum International Airport and the whole Al Maktoum International Airport Tunnel close daily from 9am to 4pm for autonomous taxi tests.
- The final Trade Centre Roundabout bridge, from Al Majlis Street towards 2nd December Street, opens on Friday, 30 October 2026, and the RTA says it cuts that trip from 6 minutes to 1 minute.
Last updated 29 October 2026. Always follow the signs on site and check the RTA before you travel.
Current road closures and restrictions
| Road | Emirate | What is happening | From | Until | Alternative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates Road (E611) opposite Al Maktoum International Airport, and Al Maktoum International Airport Tunnel | Dubai | Three lanes closed on Emirates Road (E611) and the airport tunnel fully closed in both directions, daily from 9am to 4pm, for highway tests by autonomous taxi companies. Official announcement and our story | 26 Oct 2026 | 31 Oct 2026 | No diversion named; travel outside 9am to 4pm or follow the signs on site |
| Truck restrictions across Dubai (Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Qudra Street, Al Meydan Street, Airport Tunnel, Beirut Street, Airport Road, Oman Street, Damascus Street) | Dubai | Trucks banned round the clock on Al Qudra Street, Al Meydan Street, crossings and the Airport Tunnel; 6am to 10pm on Sheikh Zayed Road, Beirut Street and residential areas (Al Mizhar, Muhaisnah, Oud Al Muteena); and at peak hours (6.30am to 8.30am, 1pm to 3pm, 5.30pm to 8pm) on Airport Road, Oman Street and Damascus Street. Official announcement | 1 Oct 2026 | Until further notice | Emirates Road (exempt) |
| Al Safa Street, Sheikh Zayed Road to Al Wasl Street, with Al Satwa Street and Al Multaqa Street (City Walk) | Dubai | Traffic in both directions moved to temporary parallel roads during the Al Safa Street upgrade. | 13 Sep 2026 | Until works finish | Follow the temporary parallel roads |
| Trade Centre Roundabout, Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Majlis Street | Dubai | The at-grade Trade Centre junction opened on 8 October 2026. The final 1,000 metre, two lane bridge from Al Majlis Street towards 2nd December Street opens on Friday, 30 October 2026, which the RTA says completes the project. Follow the signs for any remaining works. Official announcement and our story | 15 Mar 2026 | 30 Oct 2026 (final bridge opens) | Al Majlis Street traffic diverted to Zabeel Palace Street |
Upcoming closures and events
| Event or works | Emirate | Date | Expected impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai Ride (Dubai Fitness Challenge) | Dubai | 1 Nov 2026 | Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai are used for Dubai Ride on Sunday morning. The RTA has named Dubai World Trade Centre Parking, Dubai Mall Parking and Dubai Mall Zabeel Parking as rider car parks; road closure times are not yet announced. Official announcement and our story |
Plan your drive
FAQs
Where can I check road closures in Dubai?
The RTA announces road closures and diversions on its website, its social media accounts and the RTA app, and Dubai Police shares traffic alerts. This page collects the current ones in one place and is updated several times a day.
Are trucks banned on Dubai roads at certain times?
Yes. From 1 October 2026, trucks are banned round the clock on Al Qudra Street, Al Meydan Street and the Airport Tunnel, from 6am to 10pm on Sheikh Zayed Road, Beirut Street and some residential areas, and at peak hours on Airport, Oman and Damascus Streets. Emirates Road is exempt.
How do I avoid road closures in Dubai?
Check this page or the RTA app before you set off, follow the diversion signs on site, and use a live navigation app. For events such as Dubai Ride, closures are usually announced a few days before.
