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Iran Expands Overflight Access to Central and Western Airspace

The move follows a ceasefire brokered by the United States

Following a ceasefire with Israel, Iran has reopened its central and western airspace to international overflights.
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Overview

  • Iran has opened central and western airspace exclusively for international overflights, expanding access beyond the eastern corridor.
  • The eastern corridor was restored on June 25 to domestic, international and overflight operations.
  • Major airports in the north, south and west—including Tehran’s Mehrabad and Imam Khomeini international airports—remain closed to commercial traffic.
  • Mashhad and Chabahar airports in the east and southeast have resumed services since the initial reopening.
  • The transport ministry has urged travelers to avoid suspended airports and follow IRNA and official ministry announcements for updates.