Dubai Road Closure 2024 Major Traffic Updates and Advisories

Dubai residents and visitors should be warned that the RTA will embark on major roadworks and events that will cause serious disruption to the major routes in the city in 2024.

Key Road Closures and Diversions

Dubai-Al Ain Road: The fifth intersection of the Dubai-Al Ain Road connecting with Jebel Ali-Lehbab Road will undergo maintenance starting August and throughout the duration kept under repair the road will experience the following delays: The closings will be nights between 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM during weekdays until the 9th of September 2024. This maintenance seeks to increase inter and intra structural capacity and thus control the traffic circulation in the future.

Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Road (E11): That is a road towards Dubai which will be shut down for emergency road construction works as declared by the Abu Dhabi mobility agencies. Drivers are encouraged to seek other means of transport and expect other road changes in the future.

Street Closures: According to the event’s official website, the UAE Tour on the 22nd of February in 2024 will cause temporary road closures at different street intersections in Dubai. The activity will span from 12 : 30 PM to 4 : 00 PM and will temporarily affect traffic with estimated time of delay of 10-15 minutes at some junctions. The tour will be from Dubai Police Officer’s Club through some key roads leading to Dubai Harbour that will be closed for some time during the passing of the tour.

Advisory for Motorists

Drivers should ensure that they save fuel by trying to avoid situations where they have to drive a vehicle; thus, they should consider the following suggestions: Basically, the drivers should make sure they follow the following tips: From our study, the RTA has offered maps showing dilation of other routes especially for heavy vehicles. To avoid difficulties in these disruptions it is important to follow traffic notices through the authorized platforms.

By staying informed and planning ahead, residents and visitors can mitigate the impact of these roadworks and enjoy a smoother travel experience in Dubai.