The ceasefire has enabled national carriers in the region to recommence their operations, while international airlines, including those from India, are cautiously navigating the return of flights.
Doha and Dubai airports, among the busiest in the region, reopened following a brief closure due to Iran’s missile strike on a US airbase in Qatar. Flights from Bahrain and Kuwait also resumed on Tuesday, according to The Economic Times.
However, airlines are not all reacting at the same rate. While some are resuming operations, others remain suspended or rerouted due to ongoing security issues.
Indian carriers have adopted varied strategies in response to the changing situation. IndiGo, one of India’s largest airlines, released a statement indicating its cautious restart of Middle East routes. “As airports across the Middle East gradually reopen, we are prudently and progressively resuming operations on these routes. We continue to monitor the situation closely and are fully considering the safest available flight paths to ensure secure and seamless travel. Please stay updated via our mobile app or website. Thank you for your continued understanding and trust,” the airline stated in a public update on X.
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As airports across the Middle East gradually reopen, we are prudently and progressively resuming operations on these routes.We continue to monitor the situation closely and are fully considering the safest available flight paths to ensure secure and seamless…
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) June 24, 2025
In contrast, Air India has halted all flights to the Middle East as well as routes to and from the East Coast of North America and Europe. The airline published a detailed statement outlining the extent of the disruption. “Amid the developing situation in the Middle East, Air India has ceased all operations to the region as well as to and from the East Coast of North America and Europe with immediate effect, until further notice.”
“Our flights from North America to India are returning to their original destinations, while others are being rerouted away from the closed airspaces. We ask for the understanding of all passengers affected by this disruption, which is beyond any airline’s control. Air India is in constant consultation with its external security advisers and is vigilantly watching the unfolding situation. We will keep our passengers informed of any updates. The safety and security of our passengers and staff remain our top priority.”
SpiceJet has not ceased all operations but has issued a travel advisory via social media, encouraging passengers to stay updated.
It posted on X, “#TravelUpdate: Due to airspace closure in the Middle East, some of our flights may be affected. Passengers are advised to check their flight status at or contact our 24*7 Reservation Helpline numbers at +91 (0)124 4983410 or +91 (0)124 7101600 for assistance.”
#TravelUpdate: Due to airspace closure in the Middle East, some of our flights may be affected. Passengers are advised to check their flight status at or contact our 24*7 Reservation Helpline numbers at +91 (0)124 4983410 or +91 (0)124 7101600 for…
— SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) June 23, 2025
Akasa Air confirmed the gradual resumption of flights in compliance with safety regulations, stating, “As airspace restrictions ease and airports across the Middle East reopen, we’re progressively resuming our flight operations to and from the region in line with international aviation authorities and safety protocols.”
#TravelUpdate: As airspace restrictions ease and airports across the Middle East reopen, we’re progressively resuming our flight operations to and from the region in compliance with the international aviation authorities and safety protocols.
We understand that the current…— Akasa Air (@AkasaAir) June 24, 2025
Qatar Airways, a leading airline in the region, also issued a statement emphasizing its real-time response efforts. “As we manage the resumption of operations, we continue to respond in real time to operational developments, with additional staff deployed at Hamad International Airport, Doha, and key locations across our network to provide on-the-ground assistance.
“We appreciate our passengers for their patience, understanding, and continued trust as we strive to ensure you reach your destination with minimal further disruption, as well as our partners for their support.”
Across Qatar Airways, our teams are working with focus and care to support passengers following the re-opening of airspace in the State of Qatar. We are in the process of restoring our global network of more than 170 destinations and are assisting all affected passengers with…
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) June 24, 2025
