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UAE flight status Oct 25: List of cancellations, delays and Riyadh airport reopening updates
Travelling from the UAE? Riyadh airport reopens Oct 25 amid Saudi flight disruptions. Stay informed on cancellations and delays affecting major airlines.
Etihad Airways has cancelled all Abu Dhabi–Dammam and Abu Dhabi–Riyadh flights through November 5, 2026, with additional cancellations to Jeddah possible as the situation remains dynamic. Passengers are advised to check the airline’s website for updates before travel.
Emirates has listed multiple cancellations on Dubai–Saudi Arabia routes, including Dammam, Jeddah, and Riyadh services, with schedules shown as affected or revised. Travellers should verify status with Emirates or their booking agent.
flydubai has suspended flights to Riyadh, Dammam and Abha until October 29, 2026. Several other flydubai Saudi services show a mix of scheduled, estimated, and cancelled statuses for October 25.
Air Arabia has cancellations affecting Abu Dhabi and Sharjah departures to Saudi destinations, as well as other international routes from Sharjah. Passengers should consult Air Arabia for the latest status and rebooking options.
Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport is planning to resume operations, with Terminal 1 handling domestic flights and Terminal 2 serving international flights, though the reopening does not guarantee all international services will resume immediately. Passengers with bookings should verify flight status with their airline before travelling.