PETALING JAYA: Passengers travelling to, from, or transiting through parts of the Middle East have been advised to check their latest flight status directly with their respective airlines before proceeding to the airport.
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) issued the advisory following the strikes against Iran by Israel and the United States on Saturday (Feb 28).
“Airspace restrictions in certain parts of the region may result in delays, rerouting or cancellations based on airline safety assessments.
“Even where services continue to operate, schedules and routing may be revised at short notice.
“Passengers are advised to verify their flight status directly with their airline before proceeding to the airport,” the airport operator group said.
The group also noted that these disruptions are not limited to direct services from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), onward services into affected destinations via alternative transit points outside the region may be suspended or restricted.
As such, travellers are advised to verify the status of their entire journey, including connecting sectors, before making travel arrangements.
They assured that airport teams are on standby to provide guidance, coordinate with airlines on necessary arrangements and assist affected passengers at the terminals.
MAHB also encouraged passengers to ensure their contact details are updated with their airline and to monitor official airline and airport channels for timely updates.
“For information on passenger rights, travellers may refer to the Malaysian Aviation Consumer Protection Code under the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM).
“Official travel advisories issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should also be consulted prior to travel,” the group said.
