Aviation experts predict four to five months of travel disruptions and significantly higher airfares due to flight rerouting and reduced availability. Economy fares to Dubai have climbed to around $5,000 return, with business class reaching $17,000-$18,000. Travellers are being advised to show extreme flexibility with transit points, with increased flights operating through Dubai and Abu Dhabi while Qatar routes remain suspended.

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