Saudi Arabia Flight Cancellations: IndiGo, Air India, Etihad, Qatar Airways Suspend Flights Amid Houthi Attacks

Saudi Arabia Flight Cancellations: Indian carrier IndiGo has cancelled all flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah until October 17 amid escalating attacks by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi forces on Saudi Arabia.

In an advisory issued on Tuesday, the airline cited the evolving security situation in the kingdom and urged passengers to check their flight status on its website 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"

The cancellation comes as several international airlines suspend or curtail services to Saudi Arabia and neighbouring countries following a series of reported Houthi attacks on airports and energy infrastructure.

Here is a list of major airlines that have suspended or cancelled flights to Saudi Arabia.

Air France-KLM

The Franco-Dutch airline group has extended its earlier suspension of flights to and from Riyadh until the end of October.

Air India

The Indian carrier has extended the suspension of flights to and from Riyadh until October 15.

Delta Air Lines

The American airline has postponed its planned flights from Atlanta to Riyadh until March 2027.

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Etihad Airways

The Abu Dhabi-based carrier has cancelled all flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, along with 10 flights to Dammam and Jeddah, until October 19.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways said it had temporarily suspended flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam due to the "current situation", as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group intensifies its attacks on the kingdom.

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines has cancelled flights to and from Jeddah and Madinah until October 17.

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Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthi forces have claimed responsibility for attacks on Saudi airports and energy facilities using missiles and drones. The Houthis said the attacks were in response to Saudi airstrikes and military operations in Yemen. They have threatened to carry out more attacks until Saudi Arabia stops its military action and lifts the restrictions on Yemen.