NEW DELHI: The closure of Iranian airspace after Israel attacked its nuclear sites has led to multiple international flights either diverting or discontinuing their journey & returning to origin. With Pakistan airspace already closed for Indian carriers, and vice versa, & not all airlines overflying Afghanistan, the situation in Iran is likely to make flights between north India and the west even longer, even making fuelling stops must in some cases.In a statement, Air India said: “Due to the emerging situation in Iran, the subsequent closure of its airspace and in view of the safety of our passengers, the following Air India flights are either being diverted or returning to their origin. We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers due to this unforeseen disruption and are making every effort to minimise it, including providing accommodation for passengers. Refunds on cancellation or complimentary rescheduling is also being offered to guests who opt for it. Alternative arrangements are being made to fly passengers to their destinations. We advise all our passengers to check their flight status here http://airindia.com/in/en/manage/flight-status.html.”Also read: Israel launches ‘preemptive strikes’ against Iran, targets nuclear facilities; US denies involvement

Air India flights impacted so far include:AI130 (London Heathrow-Mumbai) diverted to Vienna.AI102 (New York-Delhi) diverted to Sharjah.AI116 (New York-Mumbai) diverted to Jeddah.AI2018 (London Heathrow-Delhi) diverted to Mumbai.AI129 (Mumbai-London Heathrow) returning to Mumbai.AI119 (Mumbai-New York) returning to Mumbai.AI103 (Delhi-Washington) returning to Delhi.AI106 (Newark-Delhi) diverting to Vienna.AI188 (Vancouver-Delhi) diverting to Jeddah.AI101 (Delhi-New York) diverting to Frankfurt/Milan.AI126 (Chicago-Delhi) diverting to Jeddah.AI132 (London Heathrow-Bengaluru) diverted to Sharjah.AI2016 (London Heathrow-Delhi) diverted to Vienna.AI104 (Washington-Delhi) diverted to Vienna.AI190 (Toronto-Delhi) diverted to Frankfurt.AI189 (Delhi-Toronto) returning to Delhi.Also read: India issues advisory for nationals; warns citizens to ‘remain vigilant’In an advisory issued Friday morning, Delhi Airport said: “… due to evolving airspace conditions over Iran, Iraq and neighbouring region, some flight scheduled have been impacted. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for latest updates about their flights.”