Buses are being arranged to transport Saudi citizens overland, who have been stranded as a result of flight cancellations. Since some travellers are unable to return home after escalating tensions in the Kingdom, buses have been arranged for them. They’ve been arranged by Saudi Arabia’s Consulate in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The consulate has announced how these transport arrangements have been made for services from the UAE to several Saudi cities.
Saudi Consulate Arranges Buses To Transport Stranded Citizens From UAE
With the announcements came outpouring messages from Emiratis offering accommodation, transport, and other assistance to Saudi travellers who are currently stranded in the UAE, as mentioned by the Gulf News. Emiratis are taking to the social media to welcome Saudi visitors to their homes. This comes as flights have been cancelled due to escalating tensions, which saw King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh being affected. Emirates has cancelled its flights from Dubai to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam on Sunday and Monday. While flydubai has also cancelled its flights to Riyadh until October 14th.
Saudi Arabia Announces Advisory For Citizens Who Are Travelling
This development comes as the Foreign Ministry of Saudi Arabia has urged stranded citizens abroad who are unable to reach their destinations to contact the Saudi diplomatic missions for assistance. Due to multiple flight cancellations or delays, many citizens have been left abroad. The ministry mentions that this advisory applies to passengers who are affected by the suspension or delay of flights to King Khalid International Airport.
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Flight Disruptions Affect Several Cities In Saudi Arabia
Flight disruptions have also affected cities like Jeddah and Dammam, for which several flights have been delayed or cancelled. The ministry has therefore called upon affected citizens to contact the Saudi Embassy and Consulate where they can obtain assistance and guidance. For Instance, the Saudi Embassy in Britain has urged citizens to contact the embassy through the emergency hotline or to visit its premises if they are unable to reach their destination. The travel advisory comes amid escalating tensions in Saudi Arabia.
Due to cancelled or delayed flights, passengers are advised to stay updated on the latest news from across the GCC region and relating to the flights directly from the airline before they leave for the airport.
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FAQs
Are flights to Riyadh airport affected?
Some flights to Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport are affected, so people are being advised to stay updated about the latest news directly from the airline.
How is the Saudi consulate transporting stranded citizens in the UAE?
Saudi consulate is providing stranded citizens with buses for overland journeys from the UAE to Saudi Arabia, as several of them have been in the country.