Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority is closing three lanes on Emirates Road (E611), opposite Al Maktoum International Airport, and closing the Al Maktoum International Airport Tunnel in both directions. The closures are for highway testing by autonomous taxi companies. Dubai to close selected roads near airport for autonomous taxi testing
Hours and advice
The authority posted the notice on 25 October. The closures run from Monday 26 October to Saturday 31 October 2026, each day from 9am to 4pm. Drivers are asked to plan journeys in advance and follow directional signs.