Air India, IndiGo Extend Riyadh Flight Cancellations Amid Regional Tensions
Air India, IndiGo and Akasa Air said passengers on affected routes will receive refunds as Saudi airport disruptions continue after Houthi attacks.
- On Tuesday, IndiGo and Air India extended flight cancellations to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah until October 17, 2026, citing the evolving security situation in Saudi Arabia.
- King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has remained closed since a Houthi attack on Saturday killed at least 13 people and injured more than 300 others, forcing regional flight disruptions.
- The Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General of India in Jeddah are supporting affected citizens, with embassy officials attending funeral rites for Indian national Mohammed Yousuf Ali on October 12.
- Airlines are offering full refunds to affected passengers, while the Indian Embassy advised travellers needing urgent departure to consider flights from neighbouring Gulf countries Qatar and Bahrain.
- The General Authority of Civil Aviation continues managing Saudi airport operations as airlines monitor regional developments to assess when services can safely resume.
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Air India Suspends All Saudi Arabia Flights Till October 17; Full Refunds Offered to Passengers | 📰 LatestLY
Air India has cancelled all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah until October 17, 2026, citing the evolving security situation in Saudi Arabia. The airline announced full refunds for affected passengers, stating that it is closely monitoring regional developments to resume safe operations while prioritising the safety of passengers and crew. 📰 Air India Suspends All Saudi Arabia Flights Till October 17; Full Refunds Offered to Passen…
IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air cancel flights to and from cities in Saudi Arabia till Saturday amid escalating tensions - The Tribune
In a post on X, IndiGo, in its travel advisory, announced the cancellation of flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah until Saturday, citing the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia.
Air India, IndiGo extend Riyadh flight cancellations amid regional tensions
Due to rising unrest in the region, airlines are cancelling flights to Saudi Arabia. Etihad Airways has announced a suspension of services until mid-October, and Qatar Airways has ceased operations temporarily. The attacks on Riyadh airport have provoked significant safety worries, leading to widespread cancellations and delays. As circumstances develop, travel disruptions are anticipated to persist while authorities evaluate the safety landscap…
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