UAE traffic update: Road closures and delays expected this weekend in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Driving in the UAE this weekend? Be aware of significant road closures that could cause disruptions on key routes. Authorities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have announced temporary closures of these routes, which are likely to lead to delays and affect traffic flow. Drivers should plan their journeys accordingly.

The Abu Dhabi Mobility Department has announced partial lane closures on key Abu Dhabi roads this weekend, urging drivers to proceed with caution due to the detours.

The transport authority detailed these closures on its social media platforms on Friday, accompanied by images indicating the affected lanes. Lanes marked in red will be closed, while those in green will remain open. Motorists are advised to plan their routes carefully and follow traffic regulations during this time.

Additionally, two right lanes will be closed from Sunday, August 18, from 12am to 12pm. The authority urges motorists to drive carefully near these closures and to adhere to traffic laws to ensure everyone's safety.

Abu Dhabi - Zayed the First Street

Zayed the First Street in Abu Dhabi will be partially closed this weekend, and drivers should exercise caution. The closure will affect the two left lanes of Zayed the First Street from Saturday, August 17, 12am to Sunday, August 18, 12am, in both directions.

One or two left lanes will also be closed from Sunday, August 18, 12am to Monday, August 19, 6am.

Traffic delays, diversions in Dubai

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reminded drivers of anticipated traffic delays on roads heading toward Abu Dhabi due to ongoing maintenance work.

Emirates Road

According to an update on RTA's official social media platforms, motorists should expect delays between the intersections of Hatta Road and Al Ain Road when traveling from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. This maintenance work is scheduled to continue until August 31, 2024.

Dubai-Al Ain Road

To further improve Dubai's infrastructure, the RTA has also notified drivers of expected delays on Dubai-Al Ain Road at the fifth intersection with Jebel Ali-Lehbab Road in both directions.

These delays will occur on weekdays from 10pm to 6am until September 9, 2024, due to bridge maintenance work. Additionally, Dubai-Al Ain Road will be fully closed on weekends from 1am to 10am.