Air India Extends Riyadh Flight Suspension Over Regional Conditions
The two carriers have paused Riyadh and Dammam flights through November 30 and Jeddah service through November 21; some ticket holders can rebook or claim a refund.
At a glance
- Eligible tickets must have been issued on or before November 10, 2026.
- Air India Express allows rebooking to or from operational stations in Saudi Arabia or Bahrain.
- IndiGo says it is contacting affected customers through their booking details.
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Air India and Air India Express have extended pauses on flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam through November 30, 2026, and Jeddah through November 21. The suspensions affect passengers booked on those services.
Background: Saudi Coalition Intercepts Missiles and Drone; Airlines Adjust Middle East Flights
Some eligible ticket holders can reschedule without a change fee or cancel for a full refund. Revised travel has separate December deadlines by destination.
The Arab League condemned continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia in a statement dated November 12, 2026. It described the attacks as a dangerous escalation that endangered civilian lives.
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy said an attempted attack on November 8 targeted an administrative building belonging to Saudi Aramco in Riyadh. Falling shrapnel caused minor damage. The ministry reported no injuries or fatalities.
Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree claimed the group carried out six operations, including attacks on the capital's airport and Aramco facilities. Those claims have not been independently verified.
The airline advisory cites the prevailing regional situation. It does not identify one confirmed incident as the direct cause.
Saudi flight pauses have different deadlines by airline
| Airline | Suspended services and current end date |
|---|---|
| Air India and Air India Express | Riyadh and Dammam through November 30, 2026; Jeddah through November 21, 2026 |
| IndiGo | Jeddah and Madinah through November 21, 2026, inclusive; Riyadh and Dammam through November 30, 2026, inclusive |
| Akasa Air | Riyadh and Jeddah through November 30 |
More carriers have paused Saudi and Gulf services
Other airlines have set different return dates for services to Saudi Arabia and the Gulf:
- Air France has paused Riyadh flights until December 12; ITA Airways until January 7, 2027; British Airways until January 11, 2027; and Cathay Pacific until January 31, 2027.
- KLM has suspended Riyadh and Dammam flights through November 27. Scoot's Singapore–Jeddah service remains paused through December 2.
- The Lufthansa Group has suspended Dubai flights through March 27, 2027. Wizz Air cancelled flights to and from Abu Dhabi and Dubai for the winter season.
Eligible passengers can rebook or cancel for a refund
The Air India group’s waiver covers confirmed tickets issued on or before November 10, 2026, for travel during the affected suspension periods. Eligible customers may choose complimentary rescheduling, subject to seat availability, or a full refund if they cancel.
The available rebooking airports vary by carrier. Air India customers may move their trip to or from an operational station in Saudi Arabia. Air India Express customers may choose an operational station in Saudi Arabia or Bahrain.
Revised travel to Riyadh or Dammam must be completed by December 14, 2026. The deadline for Jeddah is December 5, 2026.
IndiGo says it is contacting affected customers using the details attached to their bookings. The airline has described re-accommodation, refunds or alternative travel arrangements as options for affected passengers.
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