Iran Airspace Closed After US Warning; IndiGo, Air India Flights Rerouted

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Moneycontrol•15-01-2026, 09:52
Iran Airspace Closed After US Warning; IndiGo, Air India Flights Rerouted
- •Iran temporarily closed its airspace around Tehran following a US warning and nationwide protests, impacting global aviation.
- •Indian airlines IndiGo and Air India have rerouted international flights, causing increased travel times and potential delays.
- •Air India confirmed using alternative routes and canceling flights where rerouting is not feasible, advising passengers to check status.
- •IndiGo reported impacts on some international flights, offering flexible rebooking or full refunds to affected passengers.
- •The closure came after US President Donald Trump warned Iran of 'military action' if protesters were executed.
Why It Matters: Iran's airspace closure due to US warnings and protests has significantly disrupted international flights, especially for Indian carriers.
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