04.03.2026 05:10
Due to the ongoing war between the US-Israel and Iran, planes unable to land at airports in Iraq are landing at Şerafettin Elçi Airport in Şırnak. The potential of Şırnak to become a regional logistics and transportation hub has increased.
Due to the ongoing war and security risks in the Middle East, passenger planes unable to land at Erbil International Airport have redirected their routes to Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport.
SCHEDULED FLIGHTS HAVE BEEN DIRECTED TO ŞIRNAK
Especially due to the activity in Iraqi airspace, passengers on flights landing in Şırnak complete their procedures here and then cross into Iraq using the Habur Border Gate by road. It has been learned that, in addition to scheduled flights, a significant number of private flights have also been redirected to Şırnak due to the congestion in the region.
In addition to the mandatory route change in the region, Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport witnessed a historic day. With an operation carried out by Erbil Airlines, the first direct international flight from Düsseldorf, Germany to Şırnak was conducted.
ŞIRNAK MAY BECOME A REGIONAL LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
While 145 passengers arriving from Düsseldorf on a plane belonging to Erbil Airlines landed in Şırnak, the same plane took off with 170 passengers from Şırnak. Airport officials and citizens point out that this activity increases Şırnak's potential to become a regional logistics and transportation center.
Passengers choosing Şırnak to travel to Iraq express their satisfaction with the services provided and the ease of transportation, while the congestion at the airport is expected to continue in the coming days.