Flights Canceled and Delayed After U.S. Bombing of Iran

Thousands of passengers are facing disruptions as airlines cancel and reroute flights across the Middle East following the U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend.

Singapore Airlines, Air France, and British Airways have canceled several flights to major regional hubs, including Dubai and Doha. These cities are critical to global air travel—Dubai International is the world’s busiest airport for international passengers, while Doha’s Hamad International ranks in the top ten.

Qatar Airways warned of ongoing schedule changes, stating on X (formerly Twitter) that the situation will “require some schedule changes to strengthen connectivity in Doha.” The carrier, which continues to operate flights, relies heavily on its central geographic position to connect passengers across continents. Longer flight times may strain its tight connection windows.

British Airways Flight 109, en route to Dubai during the strikes, was forced to divert mid-flight. Flightradar24 data shows it U-turned over Saudi Arabia and landed in Zurich after a nine-hour journey. U.S. carriers including American Airlines, United Airlines, and Air Canada had already begun suspending some flights prior to the attacks.

Increased airspace closures across Israel, Iran, and Iraq have added further complications. Flights are being rerouted over Egypt and Saudi Arabia, adding up to an hour or more of flying time. Rising fuel costs from longer detours and the escalating conflict—particularly Iran’s threat to close the Strait of Hormuz—are likely to drive oil prices higher and further reduce airline profits.

Iran has also warned of potential retaliation, including strikes on U.S. military bases, raising fears of deeper disruption to international travel.


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