Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In response to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Iraq has closed its airspace and suspended all flights, state media confirmed on Friday, June 13. The rapidly evolving situation in the region has disrupted international air travel, prompting Delhi Airport to issue a passenger advisory. While Delhi Airport operations continue smoothly, authorities have warned that flight schedules to and from West Asia may be impacted due to restricted airspace over Iraq, Iran, and nearby regions
Air India Flights Affected:
Air India has diverted or returned several long-haul international flights to ensure passenger safety. Affected routes include those to and from London, New York, Toronto, Washington, and more.
Diverted Flights:
• AI130 (London Heathrow–Mumbai) – Diverted to Vienna
• AI102 (New York–Delhi) – Diverted to Sharjah
• AI116 (New York–Mumbai) – Diverted to Jeddah
• AI2018 (London Heathrow–Delhi) – Diverted to Mumbai
• AI132 (London Heathrow–Bengaluru) – Diverted to Sharjah
• AI2016 (London Heathrow–Delhi) – Diverted to Vienna
• AI104 (Washington–Delhi) – Diverted to Vienna
• AI188 (Vancouver–Delhi) – Diverted to Jeddah
• AI101 (Delhi–New York) – Diverted to Frankfurt/Milan
• AI126 (Chicago–Delhi) – Diverted to Jeddah
• AI190 (Toronto–Delhi) – Diverted to Frankfurt
Returned Flights:
• AI129 (Mumbai–London Heathrow) – Returned to Mumbai
• AI119 (Mumbai–New York) – Returned to Mumbai
• AI103 (Delhi–Washington) – Returned to Delhi
• AI106 (Newark–Delhi) – Returned to Delhi
• AI189 (Delhi–Toronto) – Returned to Delhi
Passengers are advised to check flight status with airlines before heading to the airport, as rerouting and delays may continue depending on regional developments.
