03 March,2026 09:23 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IndiGo`s special flights will operate to Mumbai, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad, an official statement said. Representational Pic/File
IndiGo have announced that it will operate special flight and Air India issued fresh travel advisory for passengers as tensions after the US-Israel attack on Iran continue to disrupt air travel across parts of the Middle East and several airspaces remain closed, affecting flights to and from the region.
IndiGo said that it will operate four dedicated flights from Jeddah on March 3, 2026 as part of efforts to gradually restore operations between Saudi Arabia and India.
The special flights will operate to Mumbai, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad. The flights are intended for passengers who were already booked but were unable to travel due to the current situation, the official statement posted on IndiGo's X handle stated.
The airline, in an official statement said that the affected customers should not go to the airport unless they have been notified.
IndiGo will contact impacted passengers directly with further details.
Customers can seek assistance by contacting the airline's support centre at +91 124 6173838. The airline has also urged travellers to ensure their booking and contact details are up to date.
Meanwhile, Air India has extended the temporary suspension of all flights to and from the Middle East until 23:59 IST on March 3, 2026.
In an official statement released on its X handle, Air India said that it was closely monitoring developments in the region. Scheduled services to destinations in the United States, Canada, Europe and the United Kingdom have resumed, with safety being given the highest priority.
Due to the continued closure of several Middle Eastern airspaces, flights to the region remain suspended.
Air India said passengers affected by the suspension will be offered alternative travel arrangements, full refunds, or complimentary rescheduling.
Travellers are advised to check their flight status on the airline's official website or contact its 24/7 support team for further assistance.
Akasa Air announced that it will operate select flights to and from Jeddah on March 3 and 4, 2026 following a comprehensive safety review, amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
The airline said these operations are based on its current safety assessment and may change depending on prevailing conditions.
Akasa Air statd that flights to and from Abu Dhabi, Doha, Kuwait and Riyadh will remain suspended until March 4, 2026. The airline said it is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the region and reviewing operational conditions across its international network.
Passengers have been advised to check their flight status on the airline's website before travelling to the airport. For assistance, customers can contact the airline's 24-hour Akasa Care Centre.
Airspace restrictions across parts of the Middle East have led to significant operational challenges for airlines. Carriers are reviewing routes daily and adjusting schedules in response to safety assessments. Several airlines have stressed that the safety and wellbeing of passengers and crew remain their highest concern.
