Indian Consulate in Jeddah shares additional Saudi Arabia-India flight options for affected travellers

The Consulate General of India in Jeddah has shared updated flight options for Indian nationals travelling from Saudi Arabia to India including additional services announced by Flynas from Dammam and Riyadh The update issued on October 27 aims to help passengers affected by flight disruptions particularly pilgrims travelling for UmrahIn a post on X the Consulate said it was continuing discussions with airlines to facilitate additional air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and India The latest update outlines available services from Jeddah Madinah Dammam and Riyadh giving passengers more options to plan their return journeys IMPORTANT UPDATE ndash FLIGHT OPTIONS TO INDIA In continuation of earlier advisories and as part of our ongoing engagement with airlines to facilitate additional air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and India the Consulate General of India Jeddah wishes to share the following updates bull Jeddah amp Madinah Saudi air carriers continue to operate services to India Other international airlines also offer onestop connections through their respective hubs bull Flynas ndash Dammam Additional flights announced to Lucknow Mumbai Delhi Hyderabad Kozhikode and Kochi bull Flynas ndash Riyadh Flights have also been announced to Delhi Hyderabad and Kozhikode on select dates The Embassy and Consulate continue to remain in touch with various airlines and community organisations to help and guide Indian nationals affected by flights disruptions particularly Umrah pilgrims We encourage tour operators to explore the available enhanced flight options for Indian nationals Passengers are advised to verify flight schedules bookings and travel arrangements directly with the concerned airlines before proceeding to the departure airports The Consulatersquos 24times7 Control Rooms in Jeddah and Makkah remain operational for Indian nationals requiring assistance MEAIndia IndianEmbRiyadhmdash India in Jeddah CGIJeddah October 27 2026Flynas adds flights to six Indian cities from DammamFlynas has announced additional flights from Dammam to six Indian destinations Lucknow Mumbai Delhi Hyderabad Kozhikode and KochiThe additional services are expected to provide more travel options for Indian nationals seeking to return home amid disruptions to flight schedules However passengers will need to check the availability of seats and the operating dates directly with the airline before finalising their travel plansThe airline has also announced flights from Riyadh to Delhi Hyderabad and Kozhikode on select dates These services could offer alternatives for passengers who are unable to secure suitable connections from their original departure pointsThe Consulate has advised Indian nationals and tour operators to review the available flight options and make travel arrangements based on confirmed schedules and bookingsServices continue from Jeddah and MadinahSaudi air carriers continue to operate flights to India from Jeddah and Madinah according to the Consulates update Passengers travelling from these cities can also consider onestop connections offered by other international airlines through their respective hubsThe availability of these routes may help passengers identify alternative journeys if their original flights are disrupted or unavailable However connecting flights may involve different departure times transit requirements and booking conditionsPassengers are advised to confirm all travel details with the relevant airlines before leaving for the airport This includes checking flight timings booking status and any changes to their itinerariesThe Consulates advisory also encourages tour operators to explore the expanded flight options while assisting Indian nationals with their travel arrangementsConsulate maintains contact with airlines and community groupsThe Consulate General of India in Jeddah said it remains in contact with airlines and community organisations to assist Indian nationals affected by flight disruptions with particular attention to Umrah pilgrimsThe continued engagement is intended to help identify available travel options and provide guidance to passengers facing difficulties with their journeys The Consulate has asked tour operators to make use of the additional services announced by airlines when arranging travel for affected passengersThe advisory comes as travellers seek updated information on available routes and flight schedules between Saudi Arabia and India Passengers are encouraged to rely on direct confirmation from airlines rather than assume that announced services are available for every date or booking24hour assistance available in Jeddah and MakkahThe Consulate has confirmed that its 24hour control rooms in Jeddah and Makkah remain operational for Indian nationals requiring assistancePassengers who encounter travelrelated difficulties can contact the control rooms for guidance The Consulate has not specified in the update whether all requests can be resolved through these channels and travellers should continue to coordinate directly with airlines regarding reservations cancellations and confirmed departure details