Kuwait reopens airspace following Iranian missile attacks
Airline services gradually return after safety clearance
DUBAI – Kuwait reopened its airspace on Saturday after a temporary closure imposed as a precautionary measure following Iranian ballistic missile attacks, according to the Kuwait Public Authority of Civil Aviation (PACA).
The move comes after days of heightened disruption in the country’s aviation sector, including emergency measures and flight suspensions at Kuwait International Airport.
PACA said in a statement carried by the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that relevant authorities have activated approved emergency procedures and contingency plans to ensure the safety of passengers, air crews and aviation infrastructure during the incident.
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— الطيران المدني (@Kuwait_DGCA) June 6, 2026
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The temporary closure was enforced today from 4:15 am to 6:15 am, during which 11 flights operated by Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways were diverted to neighbouring airports. Authorities said the diversions were carried out to maintain operational safety and ensure continuity of services under strict security protocols.
After coordination with competent authorities and confirmation of stability in the situation, PACA confirmed that air traffic resumed at 6:15 am, allowing Kuwait International Airport to receive incoming flights once again.
Earlier developments had seen Kuwait activate its emergency aviation response plan after Terminal One at Kuwait International Airport was struck during Iranian missile attacks, triggering casualties, infrastructure damage concerns, and widespread operational disruption. Air traffic was suspended and flights were redirected to nearby airports while technical teams assessed the situation.
Following the reopening, flights diverted from Dammam and Riyadh airports also resumed their scheduled routes, signalling a gradual return to normal operations across the network. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, with safety remaining the central priority as aviation services stabilise after the disruption.