Iran Reopens More of Its Airspace to International Flights After Ceasefire with Israel

Iran has expanded access to its airspace for international overflights following a temporary ceasefire agreement with Israel, marking a cautious step toward restoring normal aviation activity after nearly two weeks of intense military conflict.

Majid Akhavan, spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Roads and Urban Development, announced on Saturday that, in addition to the previously reopened eastern corridor, international overflights are now permitted over central and western parts of the country. The update was shared through a statement carried by the state-run IRNA news agency.

“Alongside the eastern half of Iran’s airspace, which has been available for domestic, international, and overflight operations, we have now opened the central and western sectors for international overflights only,” Akhavan said.

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Despite this partial reopening, strict restrictions remain in place for flights to and from airports located in the north, south, and west of the country. This includes major hubs such as Tehran’s Mehrabad and Imam Khomeini international airports, which remain closed for passenger traffic. Akhavan advised citizens not to travel to these airports and to stay informed through official government updates.

The decision to reopen parts of Iran’s airspace follows Wednesday’s resumption of air traffic over the eastern region, signaling a gradual easing of wartime measures. Iran had fully closed its skies on June 13 after Israel launched a wide-scale aerial assault targeting Iranian infrastructure and military assets.

In response, Iran launched retaliatory missile strikes, prompting a full-scale military alert and the suspension of all civil aviation across the country.

Airports that have resumed operations include Mashhad in the northeast—a site Israel claimed to have targeted during the conflict—and Chabahar in the country’s southeast. However, aviation activity remains suspended elsewhere, with no official timeline for a full reopening.

The phased restoration of airspace access is seen as a tentative sign of stability following a tense 12-day confrontation. Still, the lingering flight restrictions underscore the fragile nature of the ceasefire and the ongoing security concerns that continue to shape air travel in and around the region.

International carriers and domestic travelers alike are being urged to exercise caution and await further guidance as Iranian authorities monitor developments and reassess operational safety across the country’s remaining restricted zones.

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