Saudi flight disruptions: Australia urges travellers to consider UAE, Qatar hubs
Australia has advised its citizens not to travel to King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following recent security incidents that disrupted operations, warning that flight cancellations, delays and airspace closures continue to affect major airports across Saudi Arabia. In an updated advisory dated October 16, the Australian Embassy in Saudi Arabia urged travellers to exercise extreme…
The Australian government has warned its citizens against traveling to King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh due to recent security incidents that have caused flight disruptions across Saudi Arabia. The advisory, updated on October 16, advises caution when traveling to other airports in the country, as Houthi threats pose a risk to Saudi airports and airspace.
To minimize risks, the Australian Embassy in Saudi Arabia encourages travelers to consider alternative transport options, such as private cars, trains, and buses, especially for journeys to major aviation hubs in the UAE and Qatar. Australians traveling by air are advised to reconfirm their flight details before reaching the airport and to minimize their time spent there.
The embassy emphasizes that further cancellations and disruptions may occur with little or no notice. They recommend checking the Australian Government’s Smartraveller travel advice service for updates and contacting consular assistance at +966 11 250 0900 or via email at consular.riyadh@dfat.gov.au.
Recent cancellations have affected flights operated by Etihad, Emirates, and flydubai, with Saudi routes impacted by the Riyadh airport attack. Additionally, the US has issued a security alert urging Americans to avoid the area.
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