On 30 September 2026, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) upgraded its Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB) for Jordan from “exercise caution” to “do not operate flights at any altitude or flight level.” This is EASA’s most restrictive airspace classification and reverses an easing issued on 31 August 2026.
The bulletin reflects a sharp increase in kinetic military activity over and around Jordan since mid-July 2026, including surface-to-air missile systems, anti-aircraft artillery, and drone activity that poses a direct risk to civil aviation.
Which airlines have suspended Jordan flights
Two major European airline groups have halted services to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) as a direct consequence:
- Lufthansa Group (Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian, Brussels Airlines) - suspended all Amman services through at least 24 October 2026
- British Airways - suspended Amman operations through at least 25 October 2026
Additional European carriers are reviewing their own suspensions. We will update this article as further announcements are made.
Queen Alia International Airport remains open and operational. Carriers outside EASA jurisdiction - including Royal Jordanian, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, and several Asian and Gulf airlines - continue to operate to Amman. If you are flying in the near term, check directly with your airline for its current position.
What this means for passengers with existing bookings
If your flight is cancelled, EU Regulation 261/2004 entitles you to a full refund or rebooking at no additional cost. This applies to:
- Any flight departing from an EU airport
- Any flight operated by an EU-based carrier, regardless of departure country
US passengers on EU carriers departing from the United States may also be covered. Contact your airline directly; most are processing refunds without fees for affected bookings.
Travellers who are already in Jordan on a suspended European carrier should contact the airline immediately to arrange alternative routing. Royal Jordanian and other non-European carriers are handling some rebookings.
Safety and travel advisory context
The US State Department has Jordan at Level 3: Reconsider Travel - the second-highest advisory level - which has been in place since the regional escalation in July 2026. The UK FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Jordan’s border areas, while Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba are treated as areas where travel can continue with heightened vigilance.
The EASA CZIB is an operational guidance document for airlines, not a prohibition on travel to Jordan. However, the suspension of European carriers materially reduces direct options from the UK and continental Europe.
Planning ahead
If you have a trip to Jordan scheduled in October, our practical guides cover the key decisions:
- Flights to Jordan - routing options via hub connections, including Royal Jordanian’s European city pairs and connections through Amman
- First-time Jordan - entry requirements, visa on arrival, and Queen Alia Airport information
We recommend booking fully refundable fares while the security situation remains fluid, and checking your airline’s specific suspension window before confirming any rebooking.