Key facts
- Asian airlines' passenger and fare gains on Europe routes are diminishing as Gulf carriers restore flights and lower prices.
- Gulf carriers have recovered to approximately 90% of their normal flight levels.
- Many airlines continue to suspend flights to various Middle Eastern destinations due to ongoing conflict.
- Several airlines have extended flight cancellations to destinations including Dubai, Tel Aviv, and Riyadh.
Asian airlines that previously benefited from increased passenger traffic and fares on European routes due to Middle East conflict-related disruptions are now seeing this advantage wane. Gulf carriers, including Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways, have largely restored their flight schedules, bringing prices down and drawing travelers back. These Middle Eastern airlines previously accounted for a significant portion of traffic between Asia and Europe, and their operations were temporarily impacted by airspace closures. However, by mid-June, their flight capacity had recovered to about 90% of pre-disruption levels. Despite this recovery, many airlines continue to face disruptions, with some extending flight suspensions to various Middle Eastern destinations, impacting global travel patterns.