Relief in the Skies: Key Air Routes Restart
Saturday marked the partial resumption of Iran’s airspace in central and western regions for passing international flights. The Ministry of Roads and Urban Development confirmed that, following security and safety checks by relevant authorities, the Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) signed off on reopening these corridors.
This move follows the earlier reopening of eastern airspace to domestic, international and transit flights. However, no flights are permitted to land or take off from airports in the northern, southern and western parts of the country at this stage.
From Conflict to Ceasefire
Iran initially closed its skies on June 13 after a series of airstrikes on Tehran and other areas. After a 12-day aerial exchange, a ceasefire was reached on Tuesday, paving the way for gradual airspace reopenings.
According to the CAO, northern, southern and western airspace will remain off-limits until 14:00 local time (10:30 GMT) on Sunday, giving airlines and travelers a clear timeline to plan ahead.
What This Means for Global Travelers and Airlines
- Transit routes over Iran can now resume, offering more direct paths between key global hubs.
- Airlines may see shorter journeys and improved operational efficiency as they reclaim these corridors.
- Travelers should keep an eye on official CAO updates for the status of remaining restrictions.
As Iran continues to restore its airspace, this reopening signals a step toward normalizing travel and commerce across a strategic transit hub in the Middle East.
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