Airlines stated the evolving geopolitical scenario within the Gulf has disrupted airspace operations and pushed up jet gasoline costs. Carriers are adjusting networks, introducing surcharges and providing journey flexibility for affected passengers.
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Air India to run 58 flights to West Asia
Air India stated it is going to function a complete of 58 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia area on March 11.
“Air India and Air India Express will together operate a total of 58 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region on 11 March 2026,” the airline stated.
Earlier, the airline group additionally introduced expanded gasoline surcharges on home and worldwide routes as a result of sharp rise in jet gasoline costs linked to the geopolitical scenario within the Gulf area. The revised surcharge may also apply to Air India Express flights and might be launched in phases beginning March 12.
IndiGo step by step restoring providers
IndiGo stated it’s working with authorities to step by step rebuild its flight community within the Middle East.
“IndiGo is working closely with the relevant authorities to gradually rebuild its flight network in Middle East, enabling customers to reunite with their loved ones and continue their journeys,” the airline stated.
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The provider plans to function flights to eight locations throughout the Middle East on March 11, together with choose routes to Europe, topic to security situations and regulatory approvals. It warned that schedules could change at brief discover and requested passengers to examine flight standing earlier than travelling.
Qatar Airways operating restricted flights
Qatar Airways stated it’s working a restricted schedule after the momentary closure of Qatari airspace disrupted flights.
“With Qatar Airways flights still temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace, we are doing everything possible to support affected passengers and help reunite them with family and loved ones,” the airline stated.
The airline added that chosen flights could function underneath momentary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority however these don’t symbolize the total resumption of scheduled business operations.
Passengers with confirmed bookings between February 28 and March 22, 2026 can go for two complimentary date modifications or a refund of the unused ticket worth.
British Airways suspends Abu Dhabi flights
British Airways stated it has suspended flights to Abu Dhabi till the tip of the 12 months because of persevering with uncertainty in Middle East airspace.
“Due to the continuing uncertainty of the situation in the Middle East and airspace instability, we’ve had to temporarily reduce our flying schedule in the region,” the airline stated in an announcement posted on X.
The airline added that every one flights to and from Amman, Manama, Doha, Dubai and Tel Aviv have been cancelled till later this month.
“We’re keeping the situation under constant review and are in touch with our customers to offer them a range of options,” the airline stated.
The suspension comes amid heightened safety issues within the United Arab Emirates after Iranian missile strikes reportedly focused airports, vacationer areas, the U.S. consulate and different main hubs within the nation.
Authorities at Zayed International Airport suggested passengers to not journey to the airport until instructed by their airline.
“Passengers are advised not to travel to the airport unless they hold a confirmed ticket and have been explicitly advised by their airline to do so,” the airport stated, including that “Access to the airport will be restricted to confirmed travelers only.”
Etihad shares up to date departures
Etihad Airways additionally launched an up to date flight schedule from Abu Dhabi for March 12. The departures embody locations akin to Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, London, New York and Paris.
Airlines throughout the area stated the scenario stays fluid and urged travellers to rely solely on official airline channels for updates and keep away from suspicious hyperlinks or messages associated to flight modifications.
