New Delhi, Jan. 15 -- Due to the airspace closure in Iran, amid rising turmoil, international flights from India are now diverting their route, resulting in delays.

In this regard, Air India on Thursday issued a travel advisory informing passengers of potential delays in international flights overflying the region and cancellations, when rerouting is not possible.

The advisory read, "Due to the emerging situation in Iran, the subsequent closure of its airspace, and in view of the safety of our passengers, Air India flights overflying the region are now using an alternative routing, which may lead to delays. Some Air India flights where currently rerouting is not possible are being cancelled."

The airlines further requested passengers t...