UAE–Riyadh flights disrupted: Latest Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia updates

Flights between the UAE and Saudi Arabia experienced disruptions on Saturday, with several airlines reporting cancellations. Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai, and Air Arabia all issued updates on affected routes linking Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah with Riyadh, and beyond.

Etihad Airways canceled multiple flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, including EY551, EY555, EY552, and EY556. Passengers on these services were advised to check Etihad's website for the most up-to-date information and contact the airline for assistance.

Emirates also canceled several flights to and from Riyadh, such as EK815, EK819, EK816, and EK818. The airline was working to rebook affected travelers to their final destinations, urging passengers to verify their booking status and contact Emirates for real-time updates.

flydubai's cancellations impacted services to Riyadh, Yanbu, and Abha. Affected flights on Saturday included FZ847, FZ841, FZ855, FZ848, FZ842, FZ856, FZ815, and FZ811. Flydubai passengers were instructed to utilize the Manage Booking section on their website to request rebooking or refunds, while those traveling through a travel agent should reach out to their agent for guidance.

Air Arabia also canceled flights on its Sharjah–Riyadh route, including G9151, G9154, G9152, and G9155. Additional cancellations were made for flights G9195, G9196, G9195, and G9196. The airline advised travelers to verify the latest flight information through their official channels before departing.

To stay informed, all passengers were urged to check official airline websites and contact their respective airlines or travel agents for the most current information on rebooking options, refunds, and onward travel arrangements.