Amid escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels following attacks on airports in the Kingdom, several Indian airlines have suspended flight operations to and from Saudi Arabia until
October 17, 2026.
Air India, IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air have issued advisories informing passengers about the cancellations, citing the evolving security situation and the need to ensure safe flight operations.
Saudi-Houthi War: Air India Offers Full Refunds To Affected Flyers
Air India announced that all its flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam would remain cancelled until October 17. The airline said it was monitoring developments in the region and assessing the situation to resume safe operations. Passengers affected by the cancellations are being offered full refunds.
In view of the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia, all Air India flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah stand cancelled until 17 October 2026. We are closely monitoring and assessing the developments in the region to resume safe operations.
Affected guests are being offered a full refund on cancellation. At Air India, the safety and security of our passengers and crew remain the highest priority.
#TravelAdvisory
— Air India Newsroom (@AirIndia_News) October 13, 2026
“In view of the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia, all Air India flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah stand cancelled until 17 October 2026. We are closely monitoring and assessing the developments in the region to resume safe operations. Affected guests are being offered a full refund on cancellation,” Air India Newsroom tweeted.
Saudi-Houthi War: IndiGo Suspends Flight Ops To 4 Saudi Cities
IndiGo has also suspended flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah until October 17. The airline has advised passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport and said updates would be shared through the contact details provided at the time of booking.
Travel Advisory
Due to the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia, flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah stand cancelled until 17 October’26.
Customers are advised to check their flight status at https://t.co/LrZOdyB7sF before leaving for the airport.
Timely updates are being shared on the contact details provided at the time of booking. Our support teams remain available to assist with any queries or concerns.
Your safety and well-being remain our top priority. We are in constant coordination with the relevant authorities to ensure safe operations.
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) October 13, 2026
“Travel Advisory: Due to the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia, flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah stand cancelled until 17 October’26. Customers are advised to check their flight status at https://goindigo.in/check-flight-status.html before leaving for the airport…,” IndiGo tweeted.
Saudi-Houthi War: Check Air India Express Advisory
Air India Express has cancelled flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam until October 17. An airline spokesperson said affected passengers could opt for complimentary rescheduling or a full refund.
Saudi-Houthi War: Akasa Air Extends Suspension
Akasa Air, meanwhile, has extended the suspension of all flights to and from Riyadh and Jeddah until October 17. In its October 13 advisory, the airline said passengers could choose a full refund, which would be credited to the original payment method within seven days, or reschedule their journeys without additional charges.
The flight suspensions come amid security concerns following attacks on Saudi airports, with airlines closely monitoring the situation. Passengers planning to travel to or from the Kingdom have been advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates before heading to the airport.
18 Killed In Saudi-Houthi Conflict
The conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels stems from Yemen’s civil war, in which Saudi Arabia led a military coalition supporting the internationally recognised Yemeni government against the Iran-backed Houthis. Although a truce and diplomatic efforts helped reduce hostilities, tensions have persisted, with attacks targeting Saudi territory at various points. Recent attacks on Saudi airports have raised fresh security concerns, prompting many airlines to suspend flights.
Amid recent escalation in the conflict, Houthis launched missile and drone attacks on Saudi airports and oil infrastructure. So far, 18 people have been killed in the attacks on airports in the Kingdom, disrupting aviation operations, including the closure of Riyadh’s airport. The attacks have prompted Saudi Arabia to warn of a strong response to Houthis.
