Aleppo International Airport (ALP) is open and handling scheduled passenger flights.
Current UK travel advice confirms that Aleppo Airport is operating some international flights. Airline schedules and booking pages list September service from Istanbul and Abu Dhabi; flydubai, Air Arabia, Jazeera Airways and flynas also publish Aleppo routes. A published timetable or fare is not proof that every flight operates.
Syria remains a high-risk destination. Several governments advise against all travel, and schedules can change at short notice, so reconfirm directly with your airline before you set out.
Aleppo Airport Status Today
Aleppo International Airport is operating with some international flights, according to UK travel advice current on 10 September 2026. No country-specific closure or blanket suspension following the 9 September regional escalation was confirmed in the checked official sources.
Published passenger schedules remain available, but an individual service may still not operate as planned. Check the airline’s own flight status for your date and choose a flexible or refundable fare where one is available.
Which Airlines Fly to Aleppo Now
The direct services below are currently in the schedules. This is not a complete timetable, so check your travel date with the airline.
| Airline | Route | Service |
|---|---|---|
| flydubai | Dubai (DXB) | Daily |
| Air Arabia | Sharjah (SHJ) | Daily |
| Jazeera Airways | Kuwait (KWI) | Regular direct service |
| flynas | Riyadh (RUH) and Jeddah (JED) | Twice weekly on each route |
| Pegasus Airlines | Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) | Scheduled service |
| Turkish Airlines | Istanbul (IST) | Scheduled service |
Because Aleppo fares are new and move quickly, it is worth comparing the Gulf routings side by side on Wego’s Aleppo flights page before booking.
Travel Advisories and Airspace Risk
An open airport does not mean travel to Syria is considered safe.
- UK FCDO: advises against all travel to Syria, and says British consular support is not available from within the country. Updated 2 September 2026.
- Australia Smartraveller: do not travel. It warns that airports and airlines may suspend operations without notice. Updated 2 September 2026.
- US State Department: Level 4, Do Not Travel. The Czech Republic acts as protecting power for US interests in Syria and provides emergency services only.
- EASA: rates the Damascus Flight Information Region, which covers Aleppo, as high risk and recommends affected operators do not fly in Syrian airspace at any altitude. The current bulletin runs to 31 October 2026 unless reviewed earlier. This is why the airline list stays shorter than the airport’s capacity would allow.
Standard travel insurance may exclude Syria altogether, or fall away when you travel against official advice. Ask your insurer to confirm cover in writing, including emergency medical treatment and evacuation.
If You Have a Booking
- Reconfirm the flight shortly before you leave, and again before travelling to the airport.
- Use the airline’s official website, app or call centre for the status of your specific flight.
- Watch for announcements from Syria’s General Authority of Civil Aviation on airport or airspace changes.
- Ask your travel agent or booking provider what rebooking and refund options attach to your fare.
For terminal layout, transport into the city and what to expect on the ground, see our Aleppo Airport guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aleppo Airport open right now?
Yes. Current UK travel advice says Aleppo International Airport is operating with some international flights. Operations can still change at short notice, so confirm your flight directly with the airline.
Which airlines fly to Aleppo?
Current direct services include flydubai from Dubai, Air Arabia from Sharjah, Jazeera Airways from Kuwait, flynas from Riyadh and Jeddah, Pegasus from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul. Syria’s civil aviation authority counted twelve airlines at Aleppo in July 2026.
Is it safe to travel to Syria?
The US, UK and Australian governments advise against all travel to Syria because of serious security risks. Read the advice for your nationality and understand the limits on consular help and insurance before deciding.
Why do some airlines avoid Syrian airspace?
EASA’s current conflict-zone bulletin describes Syrian airspace as high risk and recommends that affected operators avoid the Damascus Flight Information Region at all altitudes.
Sources
- SANA: Aleppo International Airport records more than 66,000 passengers in July
- Arab News: Aleppo International Airport July 2026 traffic
- SANA: Egypt aviation team inspects Aleppo airport ahead of direct Syria flights
- flydubai: resumption of Dubai to Aleppo flights
- SANA: Air Arabia launches scheduled Sharjah to Aleppo service
- SANA: Jazeera Airways launches Kuwait to Aleppo service
- SANA: Pegasus launches Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen to Aleppo service
- EASA: Conflict Zone Information Bulletin for the airspace of Syria
- UK FCDO: Syria travel advice
- Australian Government Smartraveller: Syria
- US Embassy Syria: Level 4 Do Not Travel and consular services
- Syrian Civil Aviation Authority: electronic Aeronautical Information Publication
Disclaimer: Wego strives to ensure all information presented in this article is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. Travel policies, prices, visa requirements, and conditions can change rapidly. We strongly recommend verifying critical details with official sources before making travel decisions. Wego does not accept liability for any inaccuracies, oversights, or changes that may occur after publication.
