Abu Dhabi Traffic Update: Road Closures and Congestion Alerts

Sep 18, 2026

66 min

Sep 18, 2026 05:30

Abu Dhabi traffic update: Check these road closures and busy routes

## Current Traffic Conditions

Traffic in Abu Dhabi is generally smooth, though some congestion is noted around key areas. Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station, and parts of Al Nahyan are experiencing moderate slowdowns. Al Karamah Street near Mubadala Tower and Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street around Parallel Cafe and Al Bateen Palace also have slower traffic.

## Mussafah and Mohamed Bin Zayed City

Traffic is mostly smooth on outer routes like Sireef Street and roads around Abu Dhabi University. However, moderate congestion is present on Al Hiraf Street near M9, M14, and Mazyad Mall, as well as on the main Mussafah Sanaiya road near Thrifty Car Rental and Burjeel Medical City. Expect slower traffic near ICAD I, ME12, and roads connecting to NMC Royal Hospital.

## Road Closures

Suhel Star Street in Mohamed Bin Zayed City will be closed from 10pm on September 18 until 4am on September 21. Motorists should plan alternative routes. Additionally, a left lane on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road (E11) in the Al Dhafra Region is closed until September 20. Drivers should allow extra time and follow diversion signs.

## Travel Tips

Traffic conditions can change rapidly during peak hours. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time, adhere to speed limits, and check for live updates before starting their journey.

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