If you have travel plans for March 2, 2026, you need to check your phone right now. For the second day in a row, Air India and Air India Express have cancelled all flights to and from the Middle East, including the UAE, Qatar, and Israel. This is happening because the war between Iran and Israel has forced eight countries to close their airspace. With over 440 international flights already cancelled, thousands of people are stuck at airports waiting for news.
It’s not just short trips that are affected—flights to London and New York are taking massive detours to stay safe, making travel times much longer. The good news is that Air India is offering full refunds or free rescheduling if you were supposed to fly between now and March 5. Whether you are flying with IndiGo, SpiceJet, or Air India, the situation is changing fast, so make sure to check your flight status before leaving for the airport.
