IndiGo extends flight suspensions to four Saudi cities over security concerns
The airline has halted services to Jeddah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Dammam following a review of the security environment.
IndiGo has extended the suspension of its commercial flight operations to four destinations in Saudi Arabia due to ongoing safety and security evaluations, according to reports by ANI and The Tribune.
The airline has halted services to Jeddah and Madinah until 21 November 2026, while flights to Riyadh and Dammam are suspended until 30 November 2026.
In a travel advisory on X, the airline stated that the decision followed a comprehensive review of the security environment to protect passengers and aircraft personnel.
The budget carrier is sending alerts to impacted passengers to assist with refunds, ticket re-accommodations, or other alternate arrangements using contact details provided during booking.
The move comes amid hostilities between Saudi Arabia and Houthi rebels. On November 8, the Saudi Ministry of Energy confirmed that an attempted attack caused minor damage to a Saudi Aramco administrative building in Riyadh via falling shrapnel, though no injuries or fatalities occurred.
Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree claimed responsibility for several operations targeting strategic installations, including King Khalid International Airport and Aramco facilities.
