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Iran Opens Central and Western Airspace to International Overflights

The Civil Aviation Organization cleared the corridors following comprehensive security reviews to ease pressure on Europe-Asia flight routes.

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

  • Iran’s eastern, central and western corridors are now open for international overflights, extending the initial eastern-only access granted earlier this week.
  • Airspace over northern, southern and western regions, including Tehran’s Mehrabad and Imam Khomeini airports, remains closed until at least 14:00 local time on Sunday.
  • Mashhad and Chabahar airports in the east and southeast are operational again for transit flights.
  • Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization approved the reopenings only after completing thorough safety and security assessments.
  • Travelers are being urged to avoid restricted airports and to seek updates exclusively through official government channels.