New Delhi: Air India and Air India Express have suspended flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam until November 30, 2026, citing the prevailing situation in the region.
Flights to and from Jeddah will also remain suspended until November 21, the airlines said in a travel advisory issued on Friday.
The airlines have introduced rescheduling and refund options for passengers affected by the flight suspensions. The provisions apply to passengers holding confirmed bookings issued on or before November 10, 2026, with scheduled travel dates up to November 30 for Riyadh and Dammam, and November 21 for Jeddah.
Eligible passengers can choose complimentary rescheduling, subject to seat availability, or claim a full refund if they decide to cancel their bookings. The arrangements are intended to provide affected travelers with alternative travel options during the suspension period.
Under the revised arrangements, Air India passengers can reschedule their journeys to or from any operational Air India station in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Air India Express passengers can opt for alternative travel to or from any operational Air India Express station in Saudi Arabia or Bahrain.
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Due to the prevailing situation in the region, Air India and Air India Express flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam will remain suspended until 30 November 2026. Flights to and from Jeddah will remain suspended until 21 November 2026.
Guests holding confirmed bookings issued on or before 10 November 2026, with travel dates up to 30 November 2026 for Riyadh and Dammam, and up to 21 November 2026 for Jeddah, may avail a complimentary rescheduling, subject to availability, or opt for a full refund upon cancellation.
Air India guests may reschedule their travel to or from any operational Air India station in Saudi Arabia. Air India Express guests may reschedule their travel to or from any operational Air India Express station in Saudi Arabia or Bahrain.
For Riyadh and Dammam bookings, revised travel may be completed up to 14 December 2026. For Jeddah bookings, revised travel may be completed up to 5 December 2026.
For assistance with rescheduling or refunds, guests may contact our support teams:
Air India: +91 11 69329333 / +91 11 69329999
Air India Express: +91 124 6935600Guests may also reach out through our city booking offices.
— Air India (@airindia) November 13, 2026
The airlines have also specified separate deadlines for completing rescheduled journeys. Passengers holding bookings to or from Riyadh and Dammam can undertake their revised travel by December 14, 2026. For passengers affected by the Jeddah suspension, the revised travel must be completed by December 5, 2026.
Passengers seeking assistance with rescheduling or refunds can contact Air India. Air India Express passengers can also reach the airline’s customer support team. Alternatively, passengers can visit the respective airlines’ city booking offices for assistance with their bookings and travel arrangements.
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