Among the affected airlines, Nepal Airlines has suspended three flights — Kathmandu-Dammam, Kathmandu-Doha, and Kathmandu-Dubai — affecting around 500 passengers.
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Due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, 18 international flights operating from Tribhuvan International Airport have been suspended on Saturday. About 3,000 passengers have been affected, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal spokesperson Gyanandra Bhul said on Saturday evening.
'The Israel-Iran conflict has caused problems in regional air routes. Therefore, 18 international flights scheduled for Saturday have been suspended. About 3,000 passengers on those flights have been affected. Airlines are continuously monitoring the situation and are coordinating with the relevant authorities to prepare for flight operations,' he said.
Of the affected airlines, Nepal Airlines has suspended three flights — Kathmandu-Dammam, Kathmandu-Doha and Kathmandu-Dubai — which have affected about 500 passengers.
Similarly, Qatar Airways has canceled four flights to and from Doha, affecting about 800 passengers. Fly Dubai has suspended four flights to and from Dubai, affecting about 600 passengers.
Air Arabia has cancelled two flights to its destinations, affecting around 300 passengers. Himalaya Airlines has cancelled three flights to Dammam, Doha and Dubai, affecting around 500 passengers. Similarly, Kuwait Airways has cancelled two flights to and from Kuwait, affecting around 300 passengers.
The authority said it was in constant coordination with airlines and international aviation authorities. Joint Spokesperson Bhul added, “Flight operations will resume only after the situation stabilizes and safety assessments are completed.”
The authority has urged passengers to stay in touch with their airlines and inquire about flight rescheduling, refunds and other travel arrangements.
