QUETTA: Iran Air has inaugurated its first-ever direct flight route connecting the cities of Quetta, Zahedan, and Mashhad, introducing the first-ever scheduled commercial air service between these culturally significant cities.
According to details, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Tehran, Mohammad Mudassir Tipu, welcomed the start of new route, adding that this service will enhance business, tourism, and people-to-people connections.
In a post on his X account formerly known as Twitter, Mudassir Tipu wrote “Given our shared geography and economic needs, we are committed to further expanding air links between Pakistan and Iran.”
I am absolutely delighted that Iran Air has started direct Quetta-Zahidan-Mashhad flights ,linking three historic cities with enormous potential. This was a long-standing demand of people in these cities, and new flight operations will boost business, tourism & people-to-people…
— Ambassador Mudassir (@AmbMudassir) August 10, 2025
Earlier on Friday, the inaugural flight arrived at Quetta International Airport, with Iran Air scheduling one weekly flight between Quetta and Zahedan initially.
Last month, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced that Pakistani pilgrims would be prohibited from traveling to Iran or Iraq by road for this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage due to security concerns.
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Naqvi explained that the decision followed extensive discussions with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Balochistan government, and security agencies.
