SRINAGAR: Air India and Air India Express have extended the suspension of flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia until November 30, while services connecting Jeddah will remain suspended until November 21, citing the prevailing security situation in the region.
The Tata-owned airlines announced the decision in a travel advisory issued on Friday, November 13.
“Due to the prevailing situation in the region, Air India and Air India Express flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam will remain suspended until 30 November 2026,” the airlines said.
They further stated that flights to and from Jeddah would remain suspended until November 21.
The airlines have also announced relief for affected passengers. Customers holding confirmed bookings issued on or before November 10, with travel dates falling within the respective suspension periods, can opt for complimentary rescheduling, subject to seat availability, or seek a full refund upon cancellation.
The latest extension comes amid continuing security concerns in West Asia, which have disrupted flight operations across the region.
Other Indian carriers have also extended restrictions on their Saudi Arabia services. IndiGo announced on November 10 that it would keep flights to and from Jeddah and Madinah suspended until November 21.
Akasa Air, meanwhile, announced on Thursday that it had extended the suspension of all flights to and from Riyadh and Jeddah until November 30.
The airlines have cited the prevailing regional situation for the disruptions.
