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Air India extends Saudi Arabia flight cancellations into late October

The airline cited regional tensions and Houthi attacks, offering refunds while it reviews operations.

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What happened

Air India extended cancellations of its Saudi Arabia flights, first to October 20 and later to October 24, citing Houthi attacks and regional tensions. India updated its travel advisory for citizens in Saudi Arabia amid air travel disruptions. The Indian Embassy in Riyadh urged citizens there to remain vigilant as the security situation changes.

Why it matters

Passengers with bookings made on or before October 15 are offered refunds.

Timeline

  1. Oct 16, 3:05 AM ET: Air India extended its Saudi Arabia flight cancellations until October 20, with refunds offered and operations under review.
  2. Oct 16, 12:58 PM ET: India updated its advisory for citizens in Saudi Arabia amid air travel disruptions and flight cancellations.
  3. Oct 17, 5:26 AM ET: The Indian Embassy in Riyadh urged its citizens in Saudi Arabia to remain vigilant amid a changing security situation.
  4. Oct 17, 6:58 AM ET: Air India halted Saudi flights until October 24, with refund eligibility for bookings made on or before October 15.

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