British Airways has been forced to cancel numerous flights to and from several Middle East destinations due to the escalating war and resulting instability in the region.
The airline announced an extension of its temporary reductions in services, citing "continuing uncertainty of the situation in the Middle East and airspace instability."
This follows widespread disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict, including the US-Israeli strikes on Iran and related retaliatory actions, which have led to airspace closures, missile threats, and soaring fuel prices affecting global aviation.
Key cancellations include:
All flights to and from Amman (Jordan), Bahrain, Doha (Qatar), Dubai (UAE), and Tel Aviv (Israel) suspended until at least the end of March, with extensions in some cases to later dates (up to May in broader updates from sources).
Flights to and from Abu Dhabi (UAE) cancelled until later in the year (with some reports indicating resumption possibly in October).
Limited operations or suspensions for other routes, such as Doha having partial schedules in some periods, while services to Riyadh and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia continue unaffected.
British Airways stated it is keeping the situation under constant review and is contacting affected customers directly to offer rebooking options, refunds, or alternatives. The airline emphasized passenger safety as its top priority amid the volatile environment.
The decision comes as the broader aviation industry faces major challenges: thousands of flights across the Middle East have been cancelled since late February, regional carriers like Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad have been heavily impacted, and many passengers are reassessing travel plans during what would typically be a busy Easter period.
This reflects the severe ripple effects of the conflict on international travel, with airlines prioritizing caution in an unpredictable airspace. For the latest updates, passengers should check directly with British Airways or visit their official travel news page.
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