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Flights between Kerala and Saudi Arabia cancelled due to West Asia tensions
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 02:16 AM
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Airlines have suspended several flights linking Kerala and Saudi Arabia as security concerns rise amid escalating tensions in West Asia.
Several airlines operating between Kerala and Saudi Arabia have announced the cancellation of multiple flights, citing heightened security concerns stemming from the ongoing tensions in West Asia. The decision affects both direct and connecting services, leaving thousands of passengers to seek alternative routes or postpone travel plans.
Airlines have advised travelers to check with their carriers for updated schedules and to consider rerouting through other Indian hubs or neighboring Gulf states. Refunds and rebooking options are being processed in accordance with each airline's policy.
The cancellations come as regional diplomatic strains intensify, prompting airlines to prioritize passenger safety and operational stability. Authorities in Kerala are monitoring the situation and coordinating with foreign missions to manage the impact on the sizable expatriate community working in Saudi Arabia.
Travel agencies have reported a surge in inquiries about visa extensions and alternative travel arrangements, reflecting the broader uncertainty affecting the Gulf-India corridor.
While the situation remains fluid, airlines have indicated that services may resume once the security environment stabilises, urging travelers to stay informed through official channels.
Airlines have advised travelers to check with their carriers for updated schedules and to consider rerouting through other Indian hubs or neighboring Gulf states. Refunds and rebooking options are being processed in accordance with each airline's policy.
The cancellations come as regional diplomatic strains intensify, prompting airlines to prioritize passenger safety and operational stability. Authorities in Kerala are monitoring the situation and coordinating with foreign missions to manage the impact on the sizable expatriate community working in Saudi Arabia.
Travel agencies have reported a surge in inquiries about visa extensions and alternative travel arrangements, reflecting the broader uncertainty affecting the Gulf-India corridor.
While the situation remains fluid, airlines have indicated that services may resume once the security environment stabilises, urging travelers to stay informed through official channels.