Flights from LAX to Middle East canceled amid Iran conflict - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
by Matthew OrmsethMarch 2, 2026
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Flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to major Middle Eastern destinations were canceled over the weekend as several Middle East countries closed their airspace amid escalating tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. The cancellations affected flights to Dubai, Doha, and Tel Aviv, with airlines like Qatar Airways, Emirates, and El Al grounding their operations. This move came in response to a widening conflict following recent attacks on Iranian targets by the U.S. and Israel. Travelers at LAX faced significant disruptions, scrambling to rebook flights or contact airlines amid overwhelmed phone lines.
The situation unfolded as global travel chaos ensued, with hundreds of thousands of travelers stranded worldwide. Airlines responded swiftly, prioritizing safety concerns. Qatar Airways suspended flights to and from Doha without providing a reopening timeline,
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Originally published on Los Angeles Times on 3/2/2026