Flight services to and from Riyadh remain disrupted
Five flights between Cochin International Airport and Riyadh were cancelled on October 9, 2026, due to unspecified security concerns. Airport authorities have advised passengers to contact their airlines for updates and alternative travel arrangements.
Why it matters
Flight disruptions impact international travel logistics and highlight ongoing security sensitivities in regional aviation.
Five services to and from Riyadh scheduled to operate through the Cochin International Airport were cancelled on Friday (October 9, 2026) owing to security concerns.
The flights that were supposed to arrive from Riyadh at 7:40 a.m. and 11:35 p.m. were cancelled. Three scheduled departures at 11:35 a.m., 5:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. were also cancelled.
Passengers were advised to contact their respective airlines for updated flight information and alternative travel arrangements, said a statement issued by the airport.
Published - October 09, 2026 08:37 pm IST
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