Airspace over Israel, Iran, Iraq, and Jordan has been closed following a large-scale Israeli airstrike targeting Iranian nuclear sites, on Friday, according to data from Flightradar24. The sudden escalation has prompted a wave of flight cancellations and diversions as airlines scramble to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.

Greece’s AEGEAN Airlines announced it has cancelled all flights to and from Tel Aviv for Thursday, June 13. The affected flights include A3924, A3925, A3926, A3927, A3526, and A3527. In a public statement, AEGEAN informed passengers impacted by these cancellations that they can:

• Request a credit voucher online
• Apply for a full refund online
• Change their ticket for free, with the option to reschedule travel up until December 31, 2025, by calling AEGEAN’s customer service at +30 210 6261000.

Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion International Airport has been shut down until further notice, while Israel’s air defense forces remain on high alert amid fears of an imminent Iranian retaliation.

El Al Airlines, Israel’s national carrier, has also suspended all flights to and from the country.
Iranian state media confirmed that Tehran has closed its airspace until further notice, issuing NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen) to reflect the decision.

At the time of the Israeli strikes, several commercial aircraft—operated by carriers including Emirates, Lufthansa, and Air India—were flying through Iranian airspace.

Air India, whose flights to Europe and North America often transit Iran, said many aircraft had to divert or return to their points of origin. Flights affected include those departing from New York, Vancouver, Chicago, and London.

Iraq also announced early Friday that it was closing its airspace and suspending all inbound and outbound flights. According to flight tracking platforms, many aircraft have since been rerouted over Saudi Arabia or Central Asian countries.

Jordan, located between Israel and Iraq, followed suit by closing its airspace hours after the Israeli strikes began.