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Saudi Skies Stay Shut For Air India, Flight Cancellations Extended To October 20
Air India cancels Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah flights until October 20 amid Saudi security issues, offering full refunds. IndiGo and Akasa also extend suspensions on affected routes.
Air India has extended the cancellation of flights to and from Saudi Arabia through October 20, 2026, due to escalating regional tensions. The suspended services cover Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah.
The airline stated that it is monitoring developments and assessing conditions to determine when operations can safely resume. The advisory indicates the cancellation period applies to all three Saudi cities, with a specific resumption date not yet announced.
Air India previously extended cancellations to October 17, and the new update adds three days to that period. Passengers affected by the cancellations are being offered full refunds, with safety and security conditions guiding any restart.
Other Indian carriers have also extended disruptions to Saudi Arabia, including IndiGo and Akasa Air, with varying end dates for Riyadh and Jeddah services. Travelers are advised to consult the applicable advisory for their specific airline and destination.