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Iraqi Airways Carries 271,589 Passengers in September

The state carrier operated 1,585 direct flights last month, according to figures released by Iraq’s Transport Ministry.

Iraqi Airways Carries 271,589 Passengers in September

Iraqi Airways carried 271,589 passengers on 1,585 direct flights in September, according to the Transport Ministry. The result provides a current operating indicator for the national carrier and reflects demand across the domestic and international sectors it serves.

The airline’s director general said the company is working to improve operations, expand its flight network and strengthen fleet readiness. The figures come as Iraq seeks to build aviation connectivity and transport-sector capacity despite regional operational pressures.