Dubai: Even as geopolitical tensions continue to cast a shadow across parts of the Middle East, Dubai’s flagship carrier, Emirates, said on Wednesday that it is gearing up for a busy summer travel season, expecting to ferry over 30,000 passengers daily from Dubai International (DXB) this week alone.For the past 12 days, the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran (the two countries agreed to a fragile ceasefire on Tuesday) and the broader region has led to airspace closures and flight disruptions for other carriers. However, in a statement yesterday, Emirates said demand remains robust and it ferried 1.2 million passengers over the past two weeks.The airline anticipates sustained high passenger volumes from Wednesday, June 26, through Sunday, June 30, as families and individuals embark on summer holidays..UAE airlines cancel flights: As Israel-Iran tensions escalate, Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, Flydubai affected.Global airlines and airports reported multiple flight cancellations and delays, including DXB, due to geopolitical shifts, with some travellers opting to extend their stays in the UAE or pivot to different destinations to avoid affected areas.In response to the expected rush, Emirates is urging passengers to plan their journeys to ensure a seamless experience.Travellers departing from Terminal 3 at DXB are advised to arrive three hours before their scheduled departure time.What passengers can do:Allow extra time for airport procedures: Expect increased traffic on roads leading to the airport, busier car parks, and longer queues at immigration.Prioritize check-in and gate arrival: Passengers should aim to clear immigration at least 1.5 hours before departure and reach their boarding gate a minimum of one hour before take-off.Utilize digital tools: Downloading the Emirates App is highly recommended for online check-in, managing flight details, receiving notifications, and accessing digital boarding passes. Online and app check-in opens 48 hours before departure.To further ease the pre-flight experience, Emirates highlights several convenient services:Overnight Bag Drop: Passengers can check in their luggage free of charge the night before travel (up to 24 hours before departure or 12 hours for US flights), allowing for a direct path to immigration on the flight day.City Check-in: The Emirates City Check-in and Travel Store in ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC, offers check-in and bag drop from 24 to 4 hours before departure, with services available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.Home Check-in: First Class passengers and Platinum Skywards members can avail of a complimentary home check-in service in Dubai and Sharjah, where agents complete the process at their residence and transport luggage to the airport.Airport Transit: Complimentary train services connect Concourses A and B in Terminal 3, while a 24/7 shuttle bus runs between Concourses A and C, departing every 20 minutes. Dedicated buggies are available for First Class customers and prioritized for elderly passengers, families with children, and People of Determination.Emirates has also reminded travellers to adhere to baggage regulations, particularly regarding restricted items like power banks in hand baggage only, and smart bags with removable batteries.For People of Determination, Emirates and airport staff offer dedicated support, including pre-planning guides, complimentary parking, and priority lanes at check-in, passport control, and security.