Due to escalating tensions in Riyadh on Thursday, October 8th, several flights from the UAE to Riyadh were cancelled on Thursday, Friday and even Saturday. As revealed by the websites of these UAE-based airlines, including Emirates, Etihad Airways, and flydubai, there have been changes to their schedules. Here’s all you need to know about the flights that are affected between the UAE and Riyadh on Saturday, October 10th.
UAE Flights To Riyadh Affected
Emirates has cancelled three flights that were supposed to fly between Dubai and Riyadh on Friday and Saturday. Etihad Airways, as revealed in a report by Gulf News, has also cancelled eight flights, which were supposed to fly between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh over these two days.
flydubai, which is a low-cost airline from Dubai, has also cancelled its flights to Riyadh on the route. On the other hand, Air Arabia had reported a late arrival of a flight on Friday. However, its two flights which were scheduled for Saturday are currently operating as planned. The airline has, however, mentioned the cancellations of its services to Abha and Tabuk.
Flydubai Flights To Riyadh, Yanbu & Abha
These cancellations by the airline come at a time when there have been widespread flight disruptions in Saudi Arabia after an escalation in conflict. Affected airports include Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport and the Abha International Airport. flydubai has cancelled its flights to Riyadh and Yanbu until October 10th, and its services to Abha will also be cancelled until October 11th, Sunday. These cancellations affect those travelling between Dubai and these three Saudi Arabian destinations.
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Several Flights Disrupted To Some Cities Of Saudi Arabia
On the other hand, Air Arabia has also reported changes to its services to Riyadh. Flight services to Riyadh were affected on Friday, October 9th. Etihad Airways, on the other hand, has cancelled six flights between Zayed International Airport and King Khalid International Airport between October 9th and 10th.
With the flights being disrupted to some cities in Saudi Arabia, it is advisable for travellers to check the status of their flights directly with the airline. They must ensure that the flight is operating at the right time before they leave for the airport. After all, in these unprecedented conditions in the region, it is important to stay informed with the latest updates before one travels.
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FAQs
What flights to Riyadh were cancelled on Saturday?
Some flights by airlines like Emirates, Etihad Airways, and flydubai were cancelled on Saturday.
flydubai has cancelled which flights to Saudi Arabia?
flydubai has cancelled flights to Riyadh and Yanbu until October 10th, and to Abha until October 11th.