New sanctions on US aviation have cut off Iran from major international flight networks, forcing travelers to take longer and more expensive routes to reach global destinations. The restrictions have eliminated direct air connections, leaving passengers with limited options and higher costs for indirect flights. Airlines operating between Iran and other countries are now facing significant disruptions, reshaping travel plans for many. The move marks a sharp shift in how Iranians access international air travel amid tightening economic and political pressures.
New US aviation sanctions force Iranians to take longer, costlier journeys as international flight routes disappear.