Doha: Qatar Airways has resumed a limited number of international flights, including services connecting Doha with Delhi and Mumbai, as the aviation sector continues to deal with disruptions caused by tensions in West Asia.
The airline said the selected flights are being operated to help passengers who were stranded or affected after several services were suspended due to the volatile situation in the Gulf region.
Apart from India, the carrier has restarted a small number of flights to destinations such as Istanbul, Dhaka, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, New York City, London and Paris among others.
Temporary arrangement for affected passengers
In a statement, the airline clarified that these flights are being operated only on a limited basis and should not be interpreted as a full restoration of regular commercial operations.
Passengers have been advised to travel to the airport only if they possess a confirmed booking, as flight schedules may change depending on developments in the region.
Other airlines issue travel advisories
Meanwhile, several Indian carriers have issued travel alerts due to ongoing operational restrictions across parts of the Middle East. IndiGo said flights to and from Dubai have been impacted, leading to adjustments in schedules.
The airline asked passengers to verify their flight status before leaving for the airport, noting that updates are being sent through notifications.
Similarly, Air India said it had reduced several services to Dubai following instructions from airport authorities in the United Arab Emirates.
According to the airline, only one Delhi–Dubai return flight will operate while several others have been cancelled. Its subsidiary, Air India Express, has also cut back operations, running only a single round-trip service between the two cities.
Rising fuel costs add pressure
The aviation sector is also facing rising operational expenses due to a surge in aviation turbine fuel prices linked to the geopolitical situation in West Asia.
In response, airlines such as IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air have recently introduced fuel surcharges on certain domestic and international routes to offset the higher costs.
Industry observers say flight schedules across the region may continue to remain uncertain until the security situation stabilises.
