Hundreds Abandoned In Iraq Today As Passengers Face 53 Cancellations Across Baghdad, Basrah, Erbil, And Sulaimaniyah, Disrupting Royal Jordanian, Qatar Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Flydubai, And Other Major Airlines

Amid disruptions tied to the US–Israel war on Iran, today saw 53 flight cancellations recorded across four key Iraq airports: Baghdad International Airport (25 cancellations), Erbil International Airport (14 cancellations), Sulaimaniyah International Airport (7 cancellations), and Basrah International Airport (7 cancellations).
The most affected carriers today include Qatar Airways (14 cancellations), Pegasus Airlines (10 cancellations), Flydubai (9 cancellations), and Royal Jordanian (9 cancellations). Other impacted carriers include EgyptAir (4 cancellations), Iraqi Airways (3 cancellations), Emirates (1 cancellation), Gulf Air (1 cancellation), and Aegean Airlines (2 cancellations).
Significant international hubs in Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait City, Istanbul, Amman, and Cairo have also reported extensive disruptions, with closures or partial airspace restrictions affecting wider connectivity due to the broader crisis in the region. The ongoing conflict has continued to cause cascading effects across global routes as airspace in parts of the Middle East remains closed or restricted following strikes and retaliatory actions.

• Updated today: 53 total flight cancellations across four Iraqi airports.
• Baghdad airport recorded the most cancellations (25).
• Major affected carriers include Qatar Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Flydubai, and Royal Jordanian.
• Other carriers such as Emirates, EgyptAir, Gulf Air, and Aegean Airlines also reported cancellations.
• Broader Middle Eastern hubs like Doha, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi are facing extended disruptions due to regional airspace closures.
• The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has triggered widespread closures of airspace and hub airports across the Gulf.
• Passengers are being offered refunds and flexible rebooking options by some airlines.
• Evacuation and limited flights are beginning from certain Gulf airports.

Most Affected Airports

Baghdad International Airport

Baghdad saw the highest level of disruption in Iraq today with 25 flight cancellations. All scheduled departures and arrivals for affected services were cancelled, aligning with broader regional constraints on airspace and airline operations.

Erbil International Airport

Erbil registered 14 cancellations today. With no delays reported, cancellations reflect complete service suspensions on certain carrier routes.

Sulaimaniyah International Airport

Sulaimaniyah experienced 7 cancellations, primarily impacting flights with connections to regional hubs like Doha and Istanbul.

Basrah International Airport

Basrah also saw 7 cancellations, with a noticeable concentration among services to Gulf destinations.

Airlines Most Affected by Flight Cancellations and Delays

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways recorded the highest cancellation count in today’s Iraqi disruptions, with 14 flights cancelled across Baghdad and Sulaimaniyah operations. The broader conflict has also seen the suspension of some Doha hub operations amid regional instability.

Pegasus Airlines

Pegasus faced 10 cancellations affecting routes between Iraq and Turkey. This reflects broader precautionary measures and rerouting as airlines reassess access to Middle Eastern airspace.

Flydubai

Flydubai experienced 9 cancellations today, particularly on services linked to Dubai. Gulf hub closures and partial airspace restrictions have contributed to this impact.

Royal Jordanian

Royal Jordanian saw 9 cancellations, disrupting connectivity between Amman and Iraqi cities amid broader cancellations across the region.

Emirates

Emirates reported at least 1 cancellation in Iraq today, though industry reporting suggests far higher global impacts on routes through Dubai due to airspace and hub closures.

Other carriers with reported disruptions include EgyptAir, Iraqi Airways, Gulf Air, and Aegean Airlines.

What Can Impacted Passengers Do Amid Global Flight Disruptions?

Passengers affected by cancellations should consider:

• Checking the latest flight status directly with airlines or airport authorities.
• Reviewing eligibility for refunds or complimentary rebooking offered due to operational disruptions.
• Exploring alternative routes through unaffected hubs when feasible.
• Confirming travel insurance coverage for delayed or cancelled services.
• Staying updated on airspace advisories which may evolve rapidly.

Airlines and travel companies have expanded flexibility, including waivers allowing travellers to change dates or receive refunds without penalties.

Overview of Flight Cancellations And Delays

Today’s disruption in Iraqi air travel, combined with broader global impacts, reflects a pattern seen since the escalation of the US–Israel war on Iran, which has triggered extensive airspace closures and cancellations across the Middle East. Major hubs such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Kuwait City have experienced prolonged interruptions, prompting carriers to suspend or reroute services to ensure safety.
Global carriers including Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, IndiGo, Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa, British Airways, and Air India have reported significant cancellations or operational changes, and evacuation flights are underway to assist stranded travellers.
The ongoing crisis has strained air traffic controllers, airlines, and passengers as regional tensions continue to impact flight operations and schedule stability well beyond Iraqi airports.

Source: Different airports and FlightAware

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