Air India, AI Express extend temporary suspension of flights to Saudi Arabia until October 24
Executive Brief • Key Highlights
Fast factual intelligence distilled for busy investors, executives, and answer bots:
- ✓Air India and Air India Express extended their flight suspension to Saudi Arabia until October 24.
- ✓The airline said, "We understand that these disruptions may affect our guests' travel plans." Passengers with bookings made before October 15 can get a free date change or rebook from other nearby GCC locations.
Story at a Glance
- Category
- MARKET
- Reported By
- Economic Times
- Reading Speed
- 3 Minute(s)
- Market Focus
- India Economy
Air India and Air India Express have extended their suspension of flights to Saudi Arabia until October 24. Bookings issued before October 15 for specific travel dates can benefit from a complimentary date change. Passengers may also opt for rebooking from alternative locations in the GCC region to minimize travel disruptions. Several airlines, including IndiGo and Akasa Air, have similarly suspended operations in Saudi Arabia.
Air India and Air India Express extended their temporary suspension of flights to and from Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam airports in Saudi Arabia until October 24 amid the Houthi rebels' strikes in the West Asian country.
In a travel advisory issued on Saturday, the Tata-owned carrier said that the bookings issued on or before October 15 with travel dates between October 9 and 25 are eligible for a one-time complimentary date change up to November 10.
Unlock the Full Story with ArthNow Premium
To continue reading this complete financial story and in-depth market context, upgrade to ArthNow Premium. Enjoy unlimited access across Web and Mobile.
Economic Times
Read the full, original unfiltered story directly on the publisher's portal.