New York Times20 Aug, 09:06nytimes.com

Why Your Next Long-Haul Layover May Be in Seoul, Not Dubai

The Iran war has slashed transit traffic at Middle Eastern airports, creating opportunities for hubs in Asia and beyond — at least for now.

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Geopolitical disruption to Middle Eastern air traffic diverts transit volumes to competing Asian hub airports.

Tailwind (2)

Incheon International Airportknock-onSeoul's primary international hub directly benefits from rerouted Asia-centric transit traffic away from Middle Eastern competitors.
Singapore AirlinesSIAknock-onAsian carrier benefits from stronger connectivity through major Asian hubs capturing displaced Middle Eastern transit flows.

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EmiratesEMIRAknock-onDubai-based carrier loses connecting passenger volumes and network leverage if Middle Eastern hub traffic durably shifts to Asia.
Doha/Qatar Airwaysknock-onMiddle Eastern hub operator loses connecting traffic and airport services revenue from geopolitical disruption redirecting flows eastward.

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