The Pakistan International Airlines has suspended flights to several Gulf countries due to escalating Middle East tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Flights to the UAE, Bahrain, Doha, and Kuwait will not operate until airspace is restored or tomorrow evening, whichever comes later.
PIA confirmed that flights to Saudi Arabia will continue but will follow alternate routes. The national carrier has deployed Boeing 777 aircraft on these routes to accommodate the changes safely.
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The airline urged travelers to contact the PIA call center at 111-786-786 for information on flight schedules, cancellations, and booking changes. Passengers were advised to monitor updates closely amid rapidly changing regional conditions.
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In view of the developing situation in the Middle East, #PIA is suspending its flights to #UAE 🇦🇪, #Bahrain🇧🇭, #Kuwait🇰🇼 and #Doha 🇶🇦 till tomorrow evening, or till opening of respective airspaces.Flights to #KSA 🇸🇦 have been rerouted, avoiding conflict hit zones.…
— PIA (@Official_PIA) February 28, 2026
This move reflects ongoing disruptions to civilian air travel due to military operations in Iran and retaliatory actions across the Gulf. Regional airspace closures and security concerns have forced airlines to adjust routes for safety.
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Authorities continue monitoring developments to ensure passenger safety. PIA officials emphasized that flight operations will resume as soon as conditions permit, prioritizing security and operational feasibility.