- Pakistan extended its airspace ban on Indian airlines until 24 November 2026.
- The ban applies to all Indian-registered aircraft.
- It bars entry into Karachi and Lahore Flight Information Regions.
- Indian carriers must reroute long-haul services adding up to three hours.
- Pakistan initially closed its airspace on 23 April 2025.
Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian airlines using its airspace until 24 November 2026. The Pakistan Airports Authority issued a new notice continuing restrictions that force longer routes to Europe, England, the Middle East and North America. The measure raises fuel costs and complicates winter schedules for carriers including Air India and IndiGo.
The restriction applies to all Indian-registered aircraft and any aircraft owned, operated or leased by Indian airlines. It bars entry into both the Karachi and Lahore Flight Information Regions. The prohibition covers civilian commercial flights, cargo operations and military aircraft.
The airspace closure forces Indian carriers to reroute long-haul services adding up to three hours of flight time. Pakistan initially closed its airspace to Indian flights on 23 April 2025 following tensions. The ban has been extended periodically over the last year and a half.
