Travel Advisory Alert: Flight Disruptions in the Middle East
1 March 2026 4:00pm NZT
We are closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Middle East, where airspace restrictions have resulted in a number of flight suspensions and reroutings for services operating to, from, or transiting through the region. The safety and wellbeing of our customers remains our highest priority.
Airlines are continuing to review and update their schedules and travel policies. If your itinerary includes travel to, from, or via the Middle East, we recommend that you:
Check your booking regularly for the latest updates from your airline
Confirm your flight status before travelling to the airport, as changes can occur at short notice
For the most up-to-date official travel and security advice, please refer to New Zealand’s SafeTravel website: https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/news/middle-east-security-situation
Changes to your booking Your World Travellers travel expert is here to support you. For urgent assistance, please call 0800 777 730 to speak to a World Travellers consultant to discuss the options available to you.
Please note that global events may impact travel insurance coverage, and we recommend reviewing your policy details carefully.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time, as higher-than-usual enquiry volumes may result in longer response times.
