Flights to ten nations are suspended by Air Arabia due to regional airspace suspensions.
Heads Up, Jetsetters: Air Arabia Flights Disrupted Amid Regional Tensions
Travelers, beware! Air Arabia, a low-cost carrier based in Sharjah, has suspended operations for flights connecting to and from several countries due to an "unpredictable situation" and airspace closures. This chaos affects flights scheduled for June 13 and 14, 2025.
Dhanusha Gokulan Reports from Sharjah
The suspended countries include:
- Iran
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Russia
- Armenia
- Uzbekistan
- Azerbaijan
- Georgia
- Kyrgyzstan
- Kazakhstan
Some other flights may face delays or rerouting as the situation evolves, according to the airline. This disruption comes on the heels of significant Israeli airstrikes on Iran, causing nations like Iran, Iraq, and Jordan to close or restrict their airspaces.
These restrictions have a significant impact on some of the world's busiest air corridors, particularly those connecting Europe and Asia through the Middle East. Numerous international airlines have also announced cancellations, delays, and rerouting of their flights due to turbulent geopolitical conditions.
Alternative Options
Given the prevalent airspace closures, alternative routes or connecting flights may be scarce for many affected destinations at present. Travelers are encouraged to:
- Visit airline websites or official communication channels for real-time updates on new routes or resumptions.
- Contact travel agents or airline offices for rebooking or refund options.
- Keep a close watch on the situation as airlines may open alternative corridors or adjust routes once conditions permit.
Key Takeaways
- Air Arabia has suspended flights to at least ten countries, most notably in the Middle East, Caucasus, and Central Asia (as of June 15-17, 2025).
- Few immediate alternatives are available for most of these routes due to ongoing airspace restrictions and safety concerns.
- It is recommended not to book new travel to affected destinations for the time being.
- Delays or rerouting should be expected for flights operating during this era, even for destinations not under the most significant impact.
- Stay updated with Air Arabia and travel providers for information on when normal services might resume.
In brief, we advise travelers to stay vigilant as airfare disruptions are expected to continue amid escalating tensions and airspace restrictions.
- The unpredictable situation and airspace closures have led to Air Arabia suspending operations for flights connecting to and from Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Russia, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and possibly more.
- Many international airlines have announced cancellations, delays, and rerouting of their flights due to the ongoing geopolitical conditions, particularly those connecting Europe and Asia through the Middle East.
- Given the prevalent airspace closures, travelers are encouraged to visit airline websites or official communication channels for real-time updates on new routes or resumptions.
- For rebooking or refund options, travelers can contact travel agents or airline offices.
- It is advised not to book new travel to affected destinations for the time being due to a lack of immediate alternatives and ongoing airspace restrictions.
- The general-news regarding regional tensions could prolong the disruption of travel, so travelers must stay updated with Air Arabia and other travel providers for information on when normal services might resume.
- Regardless of destination, delays or rerouting should be expected for flights operating during this era, and it is essential to keep a close watch on the situation to adapt accordingly.
