IndiGo has extended the cancellation of its flights to and from Riyadh until October 31, while services to Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah will remain suspended until October 27, the airline said in a travel advisory posted on X on Friday.
Source: The Hindu BusinessLine
The airline said the decision followed a careful assessment of the evolving security situation. It said the safety and well-being of customers and crew remain its highest priority, that it is closely monitoring developments and coordinating with the relevant authorities, and that affected passengers are being notified through the contact details provided at the time of booking.
Source: TradingView News (PTI)
Passengers have been advised to check their flight status on the airline's official website before proceeding to the airport. The latest extension follows an earlier suspension of the same four Saudi routes until October 24.
Why the flights were suspended
The cancellations come amid heightened security concerns following an attack at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam on Wednesday evening, in which two people, including an Indian national, were killed and eight others injured, according to Saudi authorities. The Indian Embassy in Riyadh said on Thursday that one Indian national was among those killed, while two other Indian nationals sustained injuries, and that it was ascertaining further details and contacting the affected families.
Akasa Air has also extended the suspension of all flights to and from Riyadh and Jeddah until October 27, while Air India and Air India Express had earlier suspended services to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until October 24, according to reports.
Source: Upstox News
Riyadh flights cancelled until 31 October 2026 (inclusive). Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah flights cancelled until 27 October 2026 (inclusive). Passengers should check flight status before leaving for the airport.