Air India cancels all flights to and from three Saudi cities till October 20
Air India has extended the cancellation of all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah until October 20, 2026. The decision follows reports of explosions in Saudi Arabia, with the airline citing safety concerns as the primary reason for the suspension.
Why it matters
The flight cancellations indicate a deteriorating security environment in Saudi Arabia that is impacting international travel and logistics.
NEW DELHI: Air India has cancelled all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah until October 20, as the situation in Saudi Arabia continues to evolve. The airline said that it is monitoring developments and assessing the situation to ensure flights could resume safely.“In view of the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia, all Air India flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah stand cancelled until 20 October 2026. We are closely monitoring developments and continuously assessing the situation to ensure the safe resumption of operations.”Referring to refunds due to the cancellation, the aviation giant said, “Passengers affected by these cancellations are being offered a full refund.
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