UAE flights experienced cancellations and delays due to disruptions at a Saudi airport
Air India and Akasa Air extended flight suspensions to Saudi cities until October 24. The suspensions followed Houthi strikes in Saudi Arabia. Riyadh's airport remained closed until October 17. Etihad cancelled flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh and between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah.
- Air India and Air India Express extended flight suspensions to and from Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam until October 24.
- The Houthis warned international airlines against using Saudi aviation hubs.
- Riyadh King Khalid International Airport remains suspended through October 17.
- Etihad cancelled specific services between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah until November 5.
Outlets: Business Standard, Free Malaysia Today, Gulf News, Hindustan Times, Mint, The Economic Times, Times of India (Top)
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