Much Middle Eastern airspace has been temporarily closed or has restricted access while authorities evaluate safety, following the outbreak of attacks in the Middle East. Most carriers have suspended services or diverted aircraft to avoid affected areas, which in turn have increased flight times.
Airfreight shippers are urged to check with carriers on the latest situation.
Oman Air said that flights to and from Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, and Dubai remain suspended while flights across the rest of the network may be delayed as a result of longer flight paths. Extra belly hold capacity will also be added to the network over the coming days through new flights between Oman, the UK, Europe, India, and Asia.
Shipping routes have also been badly affected with the Straits of Hormuz now effectively closed to most vessels.
