Saudi Arabia flight cancelations: 11 airlines, suspension dates, and refund policies
Following the attacks on Saudi Arabia's airports, Air India, IndiGo, flydubai, Emirates, and other airlines have canceled flights. Examine the affected routes and suspension dates.
International travelers headed to Saudi Arabia are facing new flight difficulties following attacks on the kingdom's airports. IndiGo has extended its cancelations to October 24, and Air India has banned services to three Saudi cities until October 17, 2026. Akasa Air has also prolonged its suspension as airlines reassess their safety procedures.
The disruption followed attacks on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, which forced airport closures and airlines to postpone or reschedule flights. Before departing for the airport, passengers traveling for Umrah, work, family visits, or business should check the most recent flight status.
Airlines cancel Saudi Arabia flights.
1. Indigo
IndiGo has extended cancelations for its Saudi Arabia flights until October 24, 2026. Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah are all part of the affected network. Passengers should check their booking for any available refunds or rebooking alternatives.
2. Air India
Air India has canceled flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam through October 17. The airline has stated that impacted passengers can receive a full refund if they cancel their reservations.
3. Akasa Air
Akasa Air has prolonged its Saudi flight suspension due to the security situation. The newest reported notice did not indicate a new termination date, so passengers should contact the airline directly to determine the status of their specific flight and potential refund or reschedule options.
4. Lufthansa Group
Lufthansa Group carriers have canceled flights to Riyadh through October 16, according to the most recent complete airline roundup. Travelers should check for any future extensions before departing.
5. Air France/KLM
The airline group has prolonged its suspension of services to and from Riyadh to the end of October 2026. Passengers connecting through its European hubs should double-check their Saudi flight and onward itinerary.
6.Etihad Airways
According to the most recent thorough information reviewed, Etihad Airways stopped flights to Saudi Arabia through October 13. As that deadline has past, travelers should check the airline's current operational status rather than assuming the suspension would continue.
7.Philippine Airlines
Philippine Airlines has prolonged the suspension of flights to and from Riyadh until November 29, 2026. Travelers who have booked should contact the carrier to confirm their alternatives.
8.Emirates
As a result of the continuous disruption, Emirates has canceled a number of flights between Dubai and Saudi Arabia. On October 15, scheduled flights to Dammam, Jeddah, and Riyadh were impacted, including EK823, EK827, EK821, EK801, EK805, EK803, EK815, EK819, and EK817. Passengers should check their flight status before leaving for the airport. 
9. Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways has canceled flights between Abu Dhabi, Dammam, and Riyadh until Sunday, October 18, 2026. Selected Abu Dhabi-Jeddah services are also canceled through October 18, with some suspensions lasting until October 19. Passengers should double-check their reservations for any changes in travel plans.
10. Flydubai.
Flydubai has stopped flights to 12 Saudi destinations, including Abha, AlUla, Dammam, Ha'il, Hofuf, Jouf, Nejran, Neom, Qaisumah, Riyadh, Red Sea International, and Yanbu. Some flights to Gassim, Jeddah, Madinah, and Tabuk continue to operate, although passengers should confirm their flight status before departing.
11. Air Arabia
Air Arabia has canceled flights from Sharjah to various Saudi cities, including Riyadh, Abha, Dammam, Jeddah, Jizan, and Tabuk, among others. The airline has not offered a single definitive end date for all affected services, so passengers should check their booking and contact Air Arabia for refund or rebooking options.
These are reported suspension dates; they do not guaranty that every flight on each route will be canceled. Airlines may adjust their schedules as the security situation evolves. 
Which Saudi airports were attacked?
Attacks and reported threats have impacted numerous areas of Saudi Arabia's aviation network:
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh (RUH) has been the target of several attacks, including raids on airport buildings and a Saudia aircraft. Further attacks in October resulted in injuries and substantial flight disruptions.
An attack on Abha International Airport (AHB) on October 6 killed two persons and injured 28 others, according to Saudi aviation authorities.
King Fahd International Airport, Dammam (DMM): During the October 11 occurrences, a projectile was detected near the airport, and damage assessments were conducted later.
Jazan and Najran airports have been cited in reports of attacks or attempted strikes. Details and confirmation differ by incidence.
According to the latest sources, Riyadh's airport closure has been prolonged till October 17. That date should be viewed as a scheduled review point, rather than a guaranty that normal activities would resume soon.
What can the affected passengers do?
If your flight has been canceled, check the airline's official app or website before heading to the airport.
Request a refund: Air India has announced that impacted passengers who cancel their bookings will receive full reimbursements. For other airlines, consult the relevant interruption policy.
Request to reschedule: Confirm whether you may move your reservation to a later date without incurring a change fee.
Check the connecting flights separately: If your Saudi flight is part of a single-ticket international itinerary, request that the airline also arrange for the affected subsequent route.
Avoid booking a new ticket right away: first, determine whether the alternative route is operational and whether your original airline would cover any additional charges.
Follow official updates: Pay attention to airline alerts and airport advisories, especially if you're traveling for Umrah, employment, or family reasons.
The pattern is clear: airlines change schedules in reaction to security threats, not just ordinary operating delays. A cancelation expiration date that has been published may change with short notice.
Travunited Take:
We urge deferring any non-essential travel until airlines certify stable operations. If your vacation cannot wait, obtain written rebooking or refund terms before making alternative plans.
