Indian carriers resume Riyadh flights as government monitors West Asia air travel

New Delhi: Indian carriers resume Riyadh flights as the Ministry of Civil Aviation closely monitors the evolving situation in West Asia and its impact on air travel between India and the region.

Officials said the ministry is assessing developments and coordinating with airlines to ensure safe and smooth flight operations.

Airlines have made operational adjustments to maintain passenger safety and manage flight schedules during the current situation.

Flights between India and Riyadh resume

Flight services between India and Riyadh resumed on March 12 after a brief disruption.

On the first day, three flights to Mumbai operated through Air India and IndiGo.

Another flight to Kozhikode operated through Air India Express.

The resumption of services restores a key air route between India and Saudi Arabia.

Passenger movement from Gulf countries

Passenger movement from Gulf countries to India has remained strong in recent weeks.

Between February 28 and March 11, around 1,50,457 passengers travelled from Gulf nations to India.

Indian carriers also scheduled 57 inbound flights on March 12 from cities across West Asia.

These include Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Jeddah, Muscat, Ras Al Khaimah, Riyadh and Sharjah.

However, airlines will operate these flights depending on operational feasibility and prevailing conditions.

Government monitoring airfares

The Ministry of Civil Aviation is coordinating with airlines and aviation stakeholders to ensure smooth passenger movement.

Officials are also monitoring ticket prices to prevent any sudden surge in fares.

Passengers should stay in contact with their airlines for updates on schedules and travel arrangements.

The ministry said it will continue to review the situation and provide updates if required.