Heavy Traffic Alert: Major Delays on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail and Key Dubai Routes
Dubai Motorists are being warned of heavy traffic congestion across several of Dubai’s busiest highways this morning, with Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) among the most affected.
According to real-time updates from Google Maps and Waze, traffic flow is significantly slowed for commuters heading into the city.
Key Traffic Hotspots in Dubai and Sharjah
- Sheikh Zayed Road (E11): Long delays for inbound traffic.
- Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311): Congestion reported in multiple stretches.
- Al Ain–Dubai Road (E66) & E44: Heavy slowdowns adding to morning delays.
- Al Khail Road & Al Quoz 4: Slow-moving traffic expected.
- Ras Al Khor Road & Al Aweer Road: Congestion causing bottlenecks.
- Muhaisnah & Al Nahda areas: Severe blockages reported, especially near Sahara Centre, Sharjah.
Motorists Advised to Plan Ahead
Sharjah Police and Dubai RTA recommend that drivers allocate extra travel time, particularly those heading toward Deira and central Dubai. The situation is especially difficult around Bu Shaghara and Al Nahda, where traffic remains bumper-to-bumper.
Commuters are advised to use alternate routes where possible and keep track of live navigation updates before starting their journey.
FAQs
Q1: Which Dubai roads are most affected by traffic today?
Sheikh Zayed Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, and Al Ain–Dubai Road are among the most congested routes.
Q2: How bad is traffic between Sharjah and Dubai today?
Traffic is particularly heavy near Al Nahda and around Sahara Centre in Sharjah, causing major delays for those traveling toward Deira.
Q3: What apps can I use to check Dubai traffic updates?
Google Maps and Waze provide real-time traffic conditions across Dubai and the UAE.
Q4: Are there any alternative routes to avoid Sheikh Zayed Road delays?
Motorists can consider using Ras Al Khor Road or Al Aweer Road as alternatives, though these too are currently experiencing congestion.
