Air India and Air India Express suspend Saudi flights to Riyadh and Dammam

The suspension applies to confirmed bookings issued on or before November 10 with travel dates within the affected period.

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Edited by Sandeep Gupta, Editor · SafarSamachar Desk✔ Approved by Sandeep Gupta13 Nov 2026, 7:22 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1Passengers with confirmed bookings issued on or before November 10 can opt for complimentary rescheduling or a full refund
2The suspension applies to both Air India and Air India Express

Air India and Air India Express have suspended flights to Riyadh and Dammam. Passengers holding confirmed bookings made on or before November 10 for travel during that window will be impacted.

The airlines are offering free rebooking where seats are available, or a full refund upon cancellation.

What this means for Indian travellers

If your flight is booked with Air India or Air India Express to Riyadh or Dammam and was confirmed on or before November 10, contact the carrier for a complimentary alternative or full-price cancellation.

Sources

This brief was written with AI assistance from the reports listed above and read and approved for publication by Sandeep Gupta on 13 Nov 2026; the figures come from the reports listed above. Read our editorial policy.Rules and schedules change - confirm with the airline or embassy before you travel. Spotted an error? Tell us.

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