International departures to this region have ceased, and airlines have begun to develop alternative routes, while airports are ramping up their operations. The situation at the main air hub of Kyrgyzstan — Manas International Airport — has been described by representatives of OAO "Airports of Kyrgyzstan".
Four airlines have suspended flights to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait
Due to the situation in Iran, flights on the following routes from Manas International Airport have been temporarily canceled:
- G9312 / G9313 - Sharjah (Air Arabia) — 5 times a week
- XY697 / XY698 - Jeddah (FlyNas) — 3 times a week
- J9675 / J9676 - Kuwait (Jazeera Airways) — 5 times a week
- FZ1689 / FZ1690 - Dubai (Flydubai) — 7 times a week
According to the airport, the overall volume of operations has remained at the same level. Other flights continue to operate as scheduled.
Despite the temporary suspension of some international flights, passenger flow and overall airport activity remain close to normal levels.
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Passengers are advised to be vigilant
In light of current events, passengers are advised to closely monitor the status of their flights through the official websites of airlines and the airport, as well as to check information about departure or arrival times in advance before heading to the airport.
In case of flight cancellation, passengers should contact the airline or the point of ticket purchase to arrange for a refund or rebooking for other dates.
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Reduction in flights affects airport revenues
The reduction in airline activity due to changes in air routes and temporary flight cancellations negatively impacts the financial revenues of airports in Kyrgyzstan, including Manas International Airport.
The decrease in the number of flights affects sources of income such as:
- air navigation fees,
- aircraft servicing services,
- passenger services.
At the same time, the overall economic effect will depend on a variety of factors, including the frequency of changes, actions by airlines, and passenger flow dynamics.
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Safety remains a top priority
In these conditions, airports have no ability to influence the suspension of flights and route changes, as these decisions are made by airlines and aviation authorities in the region.
“We continue to collaborate with carriers and aviation partners to stabilize the route network and minimize financial losses. The safety of passengers and crew is our top priority,” the company noted.
