The Phuket Information Center updated that 11 flights have been affected following the escalating tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, an Etihad Airways flight bound for Abu Dhabi circled back and landed at Phuket Airport.
Due to the current tensions in the Middle East, after the Israeli military and the United States attacked Iran, Iran responded with missile displays of force without restraint, indicating a potential escalation and widening of the conflict.
Regarding the latest developments on 28 Feb 2026, it was reported at 19:03 that the fan pagePhuket International Airport - HKTposted a notice warning passengers on Middle East routes that the regional situation may cause some flights to be changed or canceled. Passengers affected or with connecting flights in the Middle East region
are advised to check their flight status directly with airlines, closely follow airline announcements, and allow extra time when traveling to the airport.
For further inquiries, passengers can contact the information counter on the 3rd floor of the international passenger terminal at Phuket Airport, phone 0-7635-2302.
Meanwhile, the fan pagePhuket Info Centerposted at 21:05 that 11 flights have been impacted by the unrest in the Middle East region affecting Phuket Airport flights, with 9 outbound and 2 inbound flights affected.
They also updated that the Etihad Airways flight on the Phuket-Abu Dhabi route decided to turn back due to the tense Middle East situation and successfully landed back at Phuket Airport at 20:30.