Given the current regional scenario, flight disruptions in the GCC have affected travellers. Airspace closures, airport shutdowns, flight cancellations, and reroutes got you wondering? Here’s what you need to know about the latest Saudi travel news.
One of the biggest Saudi travel news to come in is that Virgin Atlantic, which began its direct flights between Riyadh and London exactly a year ago, has now announced the closure of this route due to the ongoing situation.
The airline announced that it will end its services on Tuesday April 7.
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Is King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh still open?
Travel Alert for Passengers pic.twitter.com/hTCUh5hwuo
— مطار الملك خالد الدولي (@KKIASA) March 7, 2026
The King Khalid International Airport (RUH) (KKIA) in Riyadh remains open. However, regarding the Saudi flight updates, the airport has issued a passenger advisory that some flights may be delayed, rescheduled or cancelled. Travellers are advised to check their flight status via the airport’s official WhatsApp number 9200200900. Check here for the exact status of your flights and other latest Saudi flight updates.
‘Ask Me’ team at your service
To make travellers’ experience smoother and answer all queries, KKIA has set up an ‘Ask Me’ service, where the team will be available to help you 24 hours a day and provide the latest Saudi travel news. The service is present at all the terminals of KKIA.
Luggage storage service
In a move to enhance travellers’ comfort during this time, KKIA is offering luggage storage service. You can now store your luggage for short-term or long-term durations, for up to 15 days.
The luggage storage option is available in domestic and international terminals at the Lost & Found Office and Baggage Office.
Check information regarding the terminal changes at King Khalid International Airport.
Latest Saudi travel news: flight updates
Saudia
Saudia has partially resumed flight operations to and from Dubai, operating the following services:
Outbound flights:
- SV596 – Riyadh to Dubai
- SV588 – Jeddah to Dubai
Inbound flights:
- SV597 – Dubai to Riyadh
- SV589 – Dubai to Jeddah
Saudi’s national carrier, Saudia, has announced that due to airspace closures, flights to and from certain destinations will remain cancelled.
To facilitate the Saudi flights updates for travellers, Saudia has launched a dedicated page where you can track your flight status.
The advisory further entails:
- All travellers must check their flight status before heading to the airport.
- If your flight is cancelled, please contact your travel agency to rebook. If you booked directly with Saudia, please contact the airline directly through its official platforms.
- Travellers will be notified of any updates through the contact details linked to their bookings. Please ensure your contact details are correct in Manage your booking.
Flynas
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Sunday , 29 March 2026 pic.twitter.com/gNAqH3Agm4— flynas طيران ناس (@flynas) March 29, 2026
Saudi’s low-cost carrier Flynas has issued a travel advisory on its latest Saudi flight updates that its flights to certain international destinations will remain suspended until 11.59pm, Wednesday April 15, because of the continued closure of airspace in those locations.
The destinations where the flights are suspended to and from are Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai, Doha, Kuwait, Iraq, Sharjah and Syria.
For exact status and booking options, check with the official website – flynas.com. All travellers will be notified of any updates through its official channels.
You can also contact directly on 920001234 if you’re within Saudi and +966 114349000 from outside Saudi.
Flyadeal
Another low-cost Saudi airline, Flyadeal, has also announced its latest Saudi flight updates regarding the cancellation of some of its flights. The cancelled flights are as follows:
Flights to Amman, Damascus, and Dubai are cancelled until Tuesday April 14.
Flights to Peshawar are suspended until Wednesday April 29.
All affected passengers are being notified directly by the airline and are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
Aegean Airlines
Greece’s airline has announced that all flights to and from Jeddah have resumed.
Flights to and from Riyadh remain cancelled until Thursday April 30.
Akasa Air
India’s low-cost carrier announced that it has resumed select flights to and from Jeddah to Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kochi and Kozhikode.
Flights to and from Riyadh are suspended until Sunday April 12.
Passengers are advised to check their flight status at akasaair.com before commencing travel to the airport. For further assistance, contact the airline’s 24×7 Akasa Care Centre at +91 9606112131.
Air China
The national carrier of China has resumed its operations between Riyadh and Beijing. The airline has also launched a ‘Flight change waiting list’ for the route. Passengers can access this option through the airline’s website and app.
Air France
The French carrier announced on its official website that it has cancelled its flights to and from Riyadh and Dubai until Sunday April 19.
Air India
India’s national carrier, along with its subsidiary Air India Express, has resumed its regular operations to and from Jeddah. It will also operate scheduled flights between Riyadh and Kozhikode.
There are currently no flights to and from Dammam.
Passengers are advised to check their flight status on the official website at airindia.com or contact the 24/7 customer support hotline at +911169329333 or +911169329999.
Cathay Pacific
The international airline has cancelled all its flights to and from Riyadh until Sunday May 31. Customers affected by this change who have not already received a message from Cathay Pacific are advised to check the latest status of their booking via Manage Booking.
The airline’s ticket waiver policy is in place to provide additional choice and flexibility. Customers booked to travel between Hong Kong and Riyadh up to Thursday April 30 may rebook, reroute or refund their tickets without the usual fees.
Customers who purchased their ticket through a travel agent or third-party website are asked to contact them directly to rearrange their travel dates or request a refund.
Gulf Air
Bahrain’s national carrier has announced the temporary suspension of all its flights to and from Bahrain due to airspace closure in the country. However, the airline is operating limited flights over certain routes through Dammam in Saudi, for Bahraini citizens and residents, who are stuck in Saudi. Contact +973 17249177 for more information.
Jazeera Airways
Kuwait’s airline has resumed flights between Kuwait and Jeddah via Al Qaisumah Airport in Hafar al Batin. The airline is also operating some of its flights to international destinations via Dammam Airport.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM has also adjusted its flight schedule in the region and has suspended its flights to and from Saudi. The cancellation is until Sunday May 17. If you have booked a flight to, from or via Riyadh and Dammam from Saturday February 28, to Sunday May 17, you can seek rebooking and refund options from the airline. These options are only valid if you have a ticket originally issued on or before Monday March 2.
LOT Polish Airlines
The Polish carrier has cancelled all its flights to and from Riyadh until Tuesday June 30.
Lufthansa
The German airline has announced that it has suspended all its flights to and from Riyadh till Sunday October 24.
Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia’s national carrier announced that Malaysia Airlines has resumed normal services to and from Jeddah and Madinah. Passengers are advised to update their contact details via ‘My Booking’ for timely updates. Assistance is also available via Live Chat support available on the website, or contact the Malaysia Airlines Global Contact Centre at 1 300 88 3000 (within Malaysia) or +603 7843 3000 (outside Malaysia).
Philippine Airlines
Philippine Airlines has resumed its flights between Riyadh and Manila.
Affected passengers may avail of rebooking or refund options in accordance with PAL policies. Visit the PAL Flight Help Page at philippineairlines.com or contact PAL Customer Support for more information. Passengers are also advised to check on their flight status and the latest flight advisories via the PAL website, mobile app or official social media channels before proceeding to the airport.
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways has announced that while its scheduled flight operations remain temporarily suspended, it will resume partial operations until Wednesday April 15.
The airline has requested passengers not to proceed to the airport unless they have received an official notification from Qatar Airways for these flights. The airline will contact affected passengers directly with their assigned flight details, travel arrangements and next steps.
Please ensure your contact details are up to date so the airline can reach you with flight information and instructions. Details can be updated at qatarairways.com or through the Qatar Airways mobile app.
Scoot Airlines
The subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, Scoot has announced the cancellation of all its flights to and from Jeddah until Thursday April 16.
Sri Lankan Airlines
Sri Lanka’s national carrier has announced the resumption of its daily flights to and from Riyadh.
Passengers are advised to regularly check the status of their flights via srilankan.com to receive timely notifications.
Turkish Airlines
Some of the flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam are cancelled until Thursday April 30. Passengers are advised to check the airline’s website for the exact status of their flights. Those whose flights have been cancelled can extend the validity of the ticket until Wednesday June 10, without any fee difference or penalty.
Saudi airports to host stranded GCC nationals and citizens
Owing to the ongoing developments, GCC travellers who are unable to fly to affected destinations can find refuge at all Saudi airports. The custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, approved, upon the proposal of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, to host all GCC nationals and citizens from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the UAE.
Free accommodation at Saudi hotels
Saudi is extending further hospitality to stranded travellers by providing free accommodation at some of the hotels in the country. These include Aber City Center Hotel, Boudl Abha, Boudl Al-Wurood, Boudl Buraydah, Braira Al Dammam Hotel and Narcissus The Royal Hotel.
Apart from this, the Makkah Chamber of Commerce has allocated 2,500 fully serviced hotel rooms for GCC citizens.
King Fahad Causeway – the land route between Saudi and Bahrain, is currently closed from both borders, until further notice. Road travellers are advised to check with the relevant authorities before travelling.
Hotline service
Saudi’s Ministry of Interior has also announced a dedicated hotline for grounded GCC travellers in Saudi.
Contact 992 (the unified number for the General Directorate of Passports).
Other important helpline numbers you need to know:
911: General emergency
933: Electricity
939: Water
966: Natural disaster
994: Border guard
996: Highway patrol
997: Ambulance/Red Crescent
998: Fire/Civil defence
999: Police
9200 000 560: Traffic accidents (Najm)
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