Air travel across West Asia remains disrupted as the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its 36th day on April 4, prompting major airlines to issue updated travel advisories. Carriers including Air India and IndiGo have announced partial resumption of operations while cautioning passengers about evolving airspace restrictions affecting routes to destinations such as the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.
According to official updates, Air India, along with its subsidiary Air India Express, plans to operate a total of 42 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia on April 4. Of these, 26 are non-scheduled services connecting various Indian cities with destinations in the UAE. The airline stated that these operations are subject to slot availability and prevailing conditions at departure points.
The airline further clarified that all flights are being operated with the necessary approvals from both Indian and regional aviation authorities. This reflects a cautious approach as airlines attempt to maintain connectivity while ensuring compliance with safety regulations in a volatile airspace environment.
Meanwhile, IndiGo and Emirates have also resumed limited operations in the region, signalling a gradual but controlled return of services. However, carriers have warned that schedules remain fluid and may be altered at short notice due to operational constraints and security considerations linked to the conflict.
The ongoing crisis has severely affected key international air routes over West Asia, a major global transit hub. Passengers travelling to or via the region are advised to regularly check flight updates, remain in contact with airlines, and plan for potential delays, as uncertainty continues to shape travel conditions amid the evolving geopolitical situation.