Published: October 23, 2026
Indian airline IndiGo has extended the cancellation of flights to and from several Saudi Arabian cities, with different deadlines now applying to Riyadh and three other major destinations. The airline cited the evolving security situation in the region as the reason for the continued suspension.
According to the latest travel advisory, flights connecting Riyadh will remain cancelled through October 31, 2026, while services to and from Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah will remain suspended through October 27, inclusive.
IndiGo Flight Cancellation Dates
The latest advisory sets out the following dates for affected routes:
| Saudi destination | Cancellation deadline |
|---|---|
| Riyadh | October 31, 2026 |
| Jeddah | October 27, 2026 |
| Dammam | October 27, 2026 |
| Madinah | October 27, 2026 |
These dates are inclusive. They indicate how long the announced cancellations apply, not a guarantee that all flights will resume immediately afterward. Further changes may be announced depending on security assessments and operational conditions.
Why Has IndiGo Suspended Its Saudi Flights?
The airline's decision comes amid heightened security concerns affecting air travel in Saudi Arabia. Reports of an attack at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam have added to concerns about aviation operations in the region.
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh confirmed the latest IndiGo cancellation deadlines on October 23. The airline has said it is monitoring developments and coordinating with the relevant authorities, while placing the safety of passengers and crew first.
Although airport operations may resume after a security incident, airlines can maintain or extend individual flight suspensions while they assess whether services can operate safely. Travellers should therefore distinguish between an airport reopening and the resumption of their particular flight.
What Should Affected Passengers Do?
Passengers booked on IndiGo services to or from the four affected Saudi cities should take the following steps:
- Check the latest flight status: Use the airline's official flight-status page before leaving for the airport.
- Monitor messages from IndiGo: The airline says affected customers are being notified through the contact details provided when booking.
- Contact the booking agent: Passengers who purchased tickets through a travel agency or online travel platform should contact that provider for assistance.
- Confirm any new arrangements: Do not assume a flight will operate simply because its scheduled departure date falls after the announced cancellation deadline.
- Check connecting flights: Travellers with onward connections should contact the relevant airlines to understand whether their entire itinerary needs to be changed.
Refunds, rebooking options and any applicable conditions should be confirmed directly with IndiGo or the travel provider. Passengers should not purchase replacement tickets until they understand the status of their original booking and the options available to them.
Travel advice: Check your flight shortly before departure, even if you have already received an earlier update. The situation remains subject to change.
Could More Flight Cancellations Follow?
The announced deadlines do not rule out further extensions. Airlines may revise schedules as the security situation develops and as they receive guidance from relevant authorities.
Travellers planning journeys between India and Saudi Arabia should continue to follow official airline announcements rather than relying on previously published schedules. The dates for Riyadh differ from those for Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah, so passengers should check the advisory that applies to their specific route.
Official Updates and Sources
- IndiGo – Official Flight Status
- Business Standard – Report on the Extended Cancellations
- The Indian Express – IndiGo's Latest Saudi Flight Advisory
Flight Travel News will continue to follow developments affecting airline schedules and passenger travel between India and Saudi Arabia.
