HYDERABAD: In view of the prevailing situation, Air India and Air India Express have temporarily suspended flights to and from Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until October 24. The airlines announced the decision on their social media handles, stating: “We understand that these disruptions may affect our guests’ travel plans and are committed to providing as much flexibility as possible during this period.”
The cancellations are being made due to the ongoing West Asian conflict, heightened security risks and missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi airports, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Officials clarified that there are no direct flights from Hyderabad to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam, but passengers booked on connecting services are affected.
Details of cancellations and rebooking are being communicated to passengers. The airlines said: “Guests holding confirmed bookings issued on or before October 15, 2026, with travel dates between October 9 and October 25, 2026, are eligible for a one‑time complimentary date change on their respective airline up to November 10, 2026.”
Guests who do not wish to rebook on the originally preferred sector may instead choose to rebook from an alternative station in the Gulf Cooperative Council region served by their airline, subject to availability. Those opting for this must make their own travel arrangements to reach the alternative departure point and meet visa and entry requirements.
Air India guests may rebook to or from Dubai or Doha. Air India Express guests may rebook to or from Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Ras Al Khaimah, Salalah or Sharjah. Passengers whose flights have been cancelled may also opt for a full refund if they choose not to travel.
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