Iran Airspace Closure Causes Flight Cancellations and Delays for Indian Airlines

Iran temporarily closed its airspace early January 15 amid escalating domestic unrest and rising tensions with the US, impacting international flights by Indian carriers Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet. Air India cancelled at least three US-bound flights and warned of delays on European routes, while IndiGo faced disruptions to flights to CIS countries, Europe, and Turkey. Airlines rerouted flights via alternative corridors, leading to longer durations, increased fuel use, and some cancellations. Passengers have been advised to check flight statuses and consider rebooking or refunds. The closure lasted over four hours, with some domestic flights resuming after reopening, but many carriers continue to avoid Iranian airspace due to security concerns and ongoing geopolitical instability.