ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has extended its airspace ban on Indian-registered and Indian-operated aircraft until October 24, according to a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued Friday.
Earlier on August 20, the PAA had extended its airspace closure for Indian airplanes until September 23.
The PAA issued a NOTAM stating that Pakistan’s airspace will remain unavailable for aircraft registered in India.
According to the CAA, the restriction applies to all aircraft owned, operated, or leased by Indian airlines or operators. The NOTAM also clarified that the ban covers military flights as well.
The CAA said the restriction would be in force from 1:00 pm on September 19, 2025, until 4:59 am on October 24, 2025.
It further added that the ban is effective from ground level up to unlimited altitude.
Initially, the PAA closed Pakistan’s airspace on May 10 following Indian attacks on the Nur Khan airbase, Murid airbase and Shorkot airbase.
Pakistan’s decision to close its airspace for Indian carriers continues to cause significant financial strain on India’s top airlines, as flights from northern Indian cities to western destinations face longer routes and increased fuel consumption.
The move continues to disrupt westbound flights to Central Asia, Europe, the UK, and North America. Airlines such as IndiGo and Air India have already acknowledged that several of their international operations are being impacted.
Indian carriers now face higher operational costs due to detours and extended flight durations, which could also result in a spike in airfares. Industry experts say a full assessment is still under way, but losses are inevitable — particularly for long-haul flights originating from northern Indian hubs like Delhi, Amritsar, and Lucknow.