Kathmandu, 28 February 2026 – Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has issued an official notice warning passengers of possible international flight disruptions due to ongoing airspace restrictions in sensitive regions.

According to the statement released by the Civil Aviation Office at Tribhuvan International Airport on Saturday at 5:30 PM local time, several international flights operating to and from Kathmandu may face delays, rescheduling, or cancellations.

 

Airport authorities have urged passengers to confirm the latest status of their flights directly with their respective airlines before departing for the airport.

 

Airlines and Contact Information

 

The notice provides contact details for the following airlines operating international services from Kathmandu:

• Air Arabia – 9802039501

• Flydubai – 9851169641 / 9851169645

• Jazeera Airways – 9841446872

• Kuwait Airways – 9851115501

• Qatar Airways – 9801020903 / 9801020904

• Turkish Airlines – 9801156867

• Himalaya Airlines – 9851215581

• Nepal Airlines – 01-4113251

 

Passenger Management Measures

 

Airport officials stated that coordination is underway with airlines and concerned authorities to ensure smooth and effective passenger management during the disruption period.

 

The advisory follows escalating tensions in the Middle East, which have resulted in airspace closures and flight suspensions across several countries, affecting global aviation routes.

 

Passengers are strongly advised to monitor airline announcements and avoid unnecessary travel to the airport without prior confirmation.

 

Further updates are expected as the situation develops.