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Kuwait Airways reschedules flights after airspace closure

Kuwait Airways has announced the rescheduling of most of its flights after Kuwait closed its airspace on Saturday, July 18, 2026, amid rising regional tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran crisis.

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Saturday, July 18, 2026

Kuwait: The airline said the disruption was caused by the temporary closure of Kuwait’s airspace, which has affected air travel across the Gulf as security concerns continue to grow in the region.

In a statement posted on X, Kuwait Airways urged passengers to regularly check their flight status and remain alert for updates. The airline said passengers would receive notifications and text messages on the phone numbers registered with their bookings in case of any schedule changes.

Affected passengers have been advised to contact the airline’s Customer Service team for further assistance. Customers in Kuwait can call 171, while passengers outside the country can contact +965 24345555 or 171. The airline also said customers can reach out through WhatsApp on +965 1802050.

Kuwait Airways thanked passengers for their understanding and cooperation, while reaffirming that passenger safety remains its top priority during the ongoing disruption.

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