Flying to Saudi Arabia? Air India extends suspension amid security concerns
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- ✓Air India extended its flight suspension to Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam until October 24, 2026, due to Houthi attacks.
- ✓The airline said, "We understand that these disruptions may affect our guests' travel plans." Passengers with bookings from October 9 to 25 got options for free date changes or full refunds.
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Air India has extended its suspension of flights to major cities in Saudi Arabia amid ongoing Houthi attacks. Check latest travel advisory.
Air India has extended its temporary suspension of flights to and from major cities in Saudi Arabia, including Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam, until October 24 amid the surging Houthi attacks in the Gulf nation. In a latest travel advisory, Air India said that 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.
Air India extends suspension of Saudi Arabia flights
''In view of the prevailing situation, Air India and Air India Express have temporarily suspended flights to and from Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until 24 October 2026. We understand that these disruptions may affect our guests' travel plans and are committed to providing as much flexibility as possible during this period,'' it stated.
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