Middle East Conflict Disrupts Flights to and from Soekarno-Hatta Airport, InJourney Issues Advisory
Jakarta – The closure of airspace in several Middle Eastern regions has triggered the cancellation and postponement of numerous flights to and from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang on 28 February 2026.
Amid these developments, airport management has ensured that flight operations, particularly on international routes, continue to proceed in accordance with applicable operational procedures.
“In general, flight operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, particularly for international routes, continue to proceed safely, in an orderly manner, and smoothly in accordance with applicable operational procedures,” said Aziz Fahmi Harahap, Deputy Communication and Legal Officer of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, in an official statement released on Sunday (1 March 2026).
Affected flights included Etihad Airways EY472 to Abu Dhabi, Qatar Airways QR954 to Doha, Qatar Airways QR957 to Doha, Emirates EK357 to Dubai, Etihad Airways EY475 to Abu Dhabi, Garuda Indonesia GA900 to Doha, and Etihad Airways EY473 to Abu Dhabi.
For incoming flights, Etihad Airways EY472 from Abu Dhabi to Jakarta and Qatar Airways QR954 from Doha to Jakarta were reported as cancelled.
Intensive coordination has been conducted with airlines, airport authorities, and other relevant agencies to anticipate various possible operational developments and ensure that standards of safety, security, and service are maintained.
Passenger assistance for affected travellers is being conducted in accordance with applicable procedures, including the cancellation of travel documents at immigration counters and coordination with relevant airlines to arrange accommodation and flight rescheduling.
Overall, InJourney assessed that the situation at Soekarno-Hatta Airport terminals remains safe and conducive. In line with this, management is continuing to conduct regular monitoring of operational developments across all terminals, particularly on international flight services, so that any potential obstacles can be addressed promptly and appropriately.