How the Iran War Could Affect Your Next Flight?
Even if your next trip isnât headed to the Middle East, the unfolding conflict in Iran could ripple through the skies in ways you might not expect. Flights are already feeling the impact as airlines scramble to avoid unsafe airspace, leaving travelers with potential delays, longer routes, and higher ticket prices. The effect is dramatic. According to aviation tracking data analyzed by USA TODAY, passenger flights in the Middle East plummeted from over 13,000 on February 28 to roughly 800 by March 1. Major hubs like Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi have seen entire flight schedules vanish almost overnight....
