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Middle East Airspace Closures Disrupt More Than 1,800 Flights

Triggered by Israel’s strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, the closures have forced airlines to reroute flights around Iraq, Jordan, Israel to ensure safety.

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An El Al Boeing 737-800 on the runway at Barcelona-El Prat Airport in Spain, on March 12, 2025.
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Overview

  • At least 1,800 flights to and from Europe were disrupted on June 13, with roughly 650 cancellations as carriers detoured around closed Iranian, Iraqi, Israeli and Jordanian airspace.
  • El Al suspended all inbound and outbound services and Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport remains closed pending security directives.
  • Delta suspended its Tel Aviv service through at least September and United paused flights through Saturday, redirecting aircraft back to the U.S. mid-route.
  • Flights between Europe, North America and South Asia are taking longer routes via Central Asia and the Mediterranean, adding hours to transit times.
  • Air India, Emirates and British Airways among carriers offering travel vouchers, waived change fees and accommodation to ease passenger disruptions.