Deir Ez-Zour Airport Resumes International and Domestic Flights

Welat TV – Erbil

Deir Ez-Zour International Airport has resumed international and domestic flights, receiving the inaugural Syrian Airlines flight from Kuwait and restoring regular service to Damascus. The move is aimed at strengthening air connectivity and supporting economic and development activity in the eastern region.

The Syrian General Authority for Civil Aviation said in a statement on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, that the launch of the new international route is part of its plans to expand its network of air destinations, facilitate passenger travel, strengthen ties between Syria and Kuwait, and support economic and investment activities.

The airport also received its first domestic flight from Damascus International Airport, marking the official resumption of regular flights between the two cities as part of efforts to revive domestic air travel and facilitate citizens’ movement between governorates.

On July 9, the Authority conducted a field visit to Deir Ez-Zour Airport to assess its operational readiness in preparation for resuming direct flights and connecting the province to regional and international destinations.

During the airport’s reopening ceremony, Omar al-Husari, head of the General Authority for Civil Aviation, emphasized that the reopening of Deir Ez-Zour Airport marks a new phase in Syria’s reconstruction process. He noted plans to establish a state-of-the-art air cargo hub to support commercial, agricultural, and industrial activity, in addition to continuing the development of Syrian airports and attracting airlines.

For his part, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa announced during the airport’s reopening ceremony via video conference that the government is working to implement development plans for the eastern region, including Deir Ez-Zour, Hasaka, and Raqqa. The plans include establishing an industrial city specializing in the food and petrochemical industries, as well as constructing an international highway linking Damascus and Deir Ez-Zour, estimated to cost between $275 million and $300 million once the necessary studies are completed.