TEHRAN, Iran: International passenger flights have resumed at Imam Khomeini International Airport, Iran’s largest and primary international gateway, marking a key step toward normalcy as the country restores air connectivity following weeks of disruption caused by regional conflict.
Imam Khomeini International Airport has resumed international flights starting today.
The first passengers have departed for Medina, Muscat, and Istanbul, with operations expected to accelerate in the coming days. pic.twitter.com/XGKYWX7NaH
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) April 25, 2026
The first outbound flights departed on Saturday for Medina, Muscat and Istanbul, with authorities indicating that operations will gradually increase in the coming days in line with demand.
Officials confirmed that round-trip services to Istanbul and Muscat have been authorised initially, with additional domestic and international routes to be introduced in phases.
“All infrastructure and navigation systems are fully operational, and there are no issues for conducting flights,” said airport city chief Ramin Kashef Azar, highlighting readiness to handle increased traffic.
Gradual return to normal operations
The reopening follows a period in which passenger services were suspended due to the conflict, although cargo operations continued and foreign airlines relocated aircraft during the disruption.
Domestic flights have also begun to recover, with Iran’s national carrier resuming services earlier this week, including routes such as Tehran to Mashhad, as part of a broader plan to restore full operations.
The resumption comes after a ceasefire that has allowed both diplomatic and economic activity to stabilise. Officials say the phased reopening reflects confidence in improved security conditions and infrastructure resilience.
Authorities expect flight frequency to increase steadily, supporting travel, trade and regional connectivity, while signalling a positive shift towards recovery in the aviation sector.
