UAE-Iran flights resume after Tehran opens airspace

Flights between Dubai and three cities in Iran via flydubai have returned to full operations since Friday, July 4, following the lifting of airspace restrictions in the region.

A flydubai spokesperson confirmed to Khaleej Times “flights to Bandar Abbas, Mashhad and Tehran in Iran have resumed.”

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“We continue to monitor the situation closely and amend our schedule as required, adding more capacity or revisions where necessary,” added the spokesperson for the Dubai-based carrier, noting: “Customers are advised to ensure their contact details are up to date and to check the status of their flights before they travel.”

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Iran announced on Thursday that it has reopened its airspace, including over Tehran, after closing it on June 13 due to the conflict with Israel, according to Iranian state media IRNA.

"Tehran's Mehrabad and Imam Khomeini international airports, as well as those in the north, east, west and south of the country, have been reopened and are ready to operate flights," IRNA announced.

Flights from Sharjah

Sharjah-based Air Arabia will resume previously suspended flights to Tehran, Shiraz, and Lar starting July 6.

“Customers are advised to book via the website or by calling our contact center. (We) remain fully committed to the safety of our customers and crew, and we appreciate your patience and understanding during this period,” Air Arabia posted on its website.

Still suspended

Meanwhile, Emirates has yet to revise its earlier announcement of flight cancellations to/from Tehran until July 9.

“Customers connecting through Dubai (via Emirates) with final destinations in Iran will not be accepted for travel at their point of origin until further notice,” Emirates noted, adding: “Customers impacted by flight cancellations must contact their travel agency for rebooking.

“We apologise for any inconvenience caused to our customers. We continue to closely monitor developments. The safety of our passengers, employees and operations will always be our top priority,” added the Dubai-based airline.

Angel Tesorero

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Angel Tesorero is Assistant Editor and designated funny guy in the newsroom, but dead serious about writing on transport, labour migration, and environmental issues. He is a food lover too.