The Consulate General of India established a 24-hour control room to help Indians who have been affected by flight cancellations and other travel difficulties in Saudi Arabia. Yes, those who have been planning to perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia have been asked to check their flight status regularly. They must do so as there are regular disruptions, which are affecting air services between the two nations. Here’s all you need to know about this travel-related development between the two countries.
Indian Pilgrims Asked To Be Cautious While Travelling To Saudi Arabia
Indians who have been planning to perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia have been asked to diligently check their flight schedules regularly. Those who are particularly travelling to Jeddah and Madinah are facing constant disruptions in air services. This comes after the Consulate General of India in Jeddah established a 24-hour control room. According to the latest advisory by the Consulate, pilgrims have been asked to take the disruptions into account if they are planning to travel in the coming days.
Indian Pilgrims Should Review Their Plan
In a report from Gulf News, it was mentioned that they have also asked people who are feeling uncertain about the travel arrangements that they must consider reviewing their plans. Especially if they wish to avoid any inconvenience that may happen due to cancellation or an unexpectedly extended stay in the Kingdom. Several flights to Saudi Arabia have been affected. IndiGo has cancelled its flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah until October 24th, 2026. This comes as there is an evolving situation in Saudi Arabia.
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Several Flights From India Affected
As it happens, according to the travel advisory reposted by the airline on X, affected passengers are being notified using their contact details that they provided at the time of booking. Not to mention, those who book through travel agents and travel partners have been advised to contact them directly. Not just IndiGo, but Akasa Air has also extended its suspension of flights to and from Riyadh until October 24th. It has also extended its flight suspension to Jeddah until October 21st
Indian nationals who have been affected by cancellations must contact their airline service providers and travel agents. Moreover, those who have been seeking assistance through the control rooms in the consulate must also keep some information ready as they might be asked for it.
Moreover, travellers have also been advised to share their personal details only through the official assistance channels of the consulate.
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FAQs
Are flights between India and Saudi Arabia affected?
Yes, flights between India and Saudi Arabia are affected, causing multiple delays and cancellations.
What flights from India have extended their suspension to Saudi Arabia?
IndiGo has suspended flights to Riyadh until October 24th, Akasa Air has suspended its flights to and from Riyadh until October 24, and it has also extended its suspension of flights until October 21st to Jeddah.
