- Akasa Air extends Riyadh, Jeddah flight suspension to Oct 2026.
- Decision due to escalating Middle East security situation.
- Passengers offered full refunds or free rescheduling options.
Akasa Air on Sunday announced that it has extended the suspension of all flights to and from Riyadh and Jeddah until October 27, 2026. The decision comes amid an escalation in tensions in the Middle East region.
In a post on social media platform X, the airline said that the decision was taken after a careful assessment of the evolving situation.
#TravelUpdate: October 18, 2026 | 16:00 IST In view of the prevailing security situation in the Middle East, Akasa Air has extended the suspension of all flights to and from Riyadh and Jeddah upto and including October 27, 2026. This decision follows a careful assessment of the situation, with safety remaining our primary consideration. We continue to closely monitor developments and assess the situation in real time. Passengers affected by these cancellations may opt for a full refund, which will be credited to the original source of payment within seven days, or reschedule their travel at no additional cost. Passengers who have booked through travel partners are requested to contact them directly for assistance. The safety and well-being of our passengers and crew remain our highest priority.
— Akasa Air (@AkasaAir) October 18, 2026
"In view of the prevailing security situation in the Middle East, Akasa Air has extended the suspension of all flights to and from Riyadh and Jeddah up to and including October 27, 2026. This decision follows a careful assessment of the situation, with safety remaining our primary consideration," the airline said.
Airline Offers Full Refunds And Free Rescheduling
To minimise inconvenience to affected travellers, Akasa Air has announced the choice of a full refund or free rescheduling. Refunds will be credited automatically to the original source of payment within seven days. Passengers who made bookings through travel agents or other travel partners are advised to contact them directly for assistance.
Outlining the details, the airline stated, "We continue to closely monitor developments and assess the situation in real time. Passengers affected by these cancellations may opt for a full refund, which will be credited to the original source of payment within seven days, or reschedule their travel at no additional cost. Passengers who have booked through travel partners are requested to contact them directly for assistance."
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Reiterating its commitment to the safety of passengers and crew, the airline said, "The safety and well-being of our passengers and crew remain our highest priority."
Air India, Air India Express, And IndiGo Also Extend Suspensions
Akasa Air’s announcement follows similar decisions by major Indian carriers, including Air India and IndiGo.
Air India and Air India Express: Extended the suspension of flight services to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam until October 24.
In a travel advisory, Air India said, "In view of the prevailing situation, Air India and Air India Express have temporarily suspended flights to and from Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until 24 October 2026. We understand that these disruptions may affect our guests' travel plans and are committed to providing as much flexibility as possible during this period."
IndiGo: Extended the cancellation of its flights to Saudi Arabian destinations until October 24.
This latest round of extensions pushes the resumption of services back by four days from the previous deadline of October 20, amid rising geopolitical tensions following Houthi drone and missile attacks.