IndiGo extends Saudi Arabia flight cancellations; Riyadh services suspended till Oct 31

IndiGo, on Friday, extended the suspension of flights to and from four Saudi Arabian cities amid the evolving security situation in the region. The services to Riyadh cancelled until October 31 and flights to Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah were suspended until October 27.

In a travel advisory issued on X, the airline said, “The safety and well-being of our customers and crew remain our highest priority. We are closely monitoring developments and coordinating with the relevant authorities to assess the situation.”

IndiGo added that the affected passengers were being notified through the contact details provided at the time of booking. It also advised customers to check their flight status on its official website before proceeding to the airport.


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Other airlines extend flight suspensions

Earlier, Akasa Air extended the suspension of all flights to and from Riyadh and Jeddah until October 27, 2026, citing the prevailing security situation in the Middle East. The airline said affected passengers could opt for a full refund or reschedule their journeys at no additional cost.

Air India and Air India Express had also extended the suspension of flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam until October 24, 2026, amid security concerns in the region. The airlines had announced a one-time complimentary date change for eligible passengers with confirmed bookings issued on or before October 15, for travel between October 9 and October 25, subject to the applicable conditions.

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The flight disruptions come amid heightened security concerns in Saudi Arabia, prompting airlines to review their operations and extend cancellations as they assess the situation.