Kish Air is an Iranian private airline headquartered on Kish Island, a free-trade zone in the Persian Gulf. Founded in 1991, the carrier operates domestic routes across Iran as well as a selection of regional international destinations, with a primary focus on serving Kish Island as a major tourist and commercial hub. The airline operates under the oversight of Iran's Civil Aviation Organization and has historically maintained a fleet of older Western and Russian-built aircraft. Like many Iranian carriers, Kish Air has faced challenges related to international sanctions, which have limited access to spare parts and newer aircraft. Kish Air plays an important role in connecting Kish Island to major Iranian cities such as Tehran, Mashhad, and Isfahan, supporting both tourism and business travel to the island's duty-free zone.