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India and Pakistan Face Aviation Fallout After Airspace Ban

Pakistan's airspace closure to Indian carriers disrupts international routes, raising costs for Indian airlines and costing Pakistan millions in lost overflight fees.

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Indian airlines are spending extra time and money flying around Pakistan amid the nation's airspace closure.
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Overview

  • Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian airlines on April 24, 2025, following heightened tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists.
  • Indian carriers, including Air India and IndiGo, are rerouting flights, increasing travel times by up to 2.5 hours and incurring higher fuel and operational costs.
  • Pakistan is losing significant revenue from overflight fees, with estimates suggesting daily losses of at least $120,000, potentially reaching hundreds of millions annually.
  • Indian ultra-long-haul flights to North America are making technical halts in European cities like Copenhagen and Vienna, causing multi-hour delays.
  • India’s Civil Aviation Ministry, led by Minister K Rammohan Naidu, is actively working with airlines to prioritize passenger safety and explore alternate routes to minimize disruptions.