UAE Airlines Cancel Saudi Flights Through October 14
Several UAE airlines have cancelled selected flights to Saudi Arabia between October 10 and October 14, 2026, following disruptions at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport. The cancellations affect routes connecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi with Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah and other Saudi destinations.
Flydubai confirmed that its Dubai–Riyadh flights are cancelled through October 14. The airline has also cancelled flights to and from Abha through October 14.
Etihad Airways cancelled selected flights between Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia from October 10 to October 13. Its cancellations include services to Riyadh on October 10, 11 and 12, as well as selected flights to Dammam and Jeddah on October 11, 12 and 13.
Emirates also cancelled selected Dubai–Riyadh flights on October 11 and 12. On the Dubai–Dammam route, flights EK821 and EK823 were listed as cancelled on October 12, while EK827 remained scheduled. Selected Dubai–Jeddah services were also affected on October 11 and 12.
Air Arabia reported cancellations affecting selected Sharjah–Riyadh services on October 11 and 12. The cancellations do not apply to every flight on these routes. Passengers should check their specific flight status before travelling, as schedules can change at short notice.
Travellers whose flights have been cancelled should contact their airline or travel agent to discuss rebooking and refund options. Passengers should also verify connecting flights and return journeys before leaving for the airport.
Passengers travelling between the UAE and Saudi Arabia should check their flight status directly with their airline before leaving for the airport.
