Qatar Airways Halts Riyadh and Dammam Flights Following Saudi Airport Attacks

Qatar Airways has temporarily suspended all flights to Riyadh and Dammam due to recent Houthi attacks on Saudi airports. Check your flight status now.

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October 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Doha, Qatar — Qatar Airways announced on Monday the immediate, temporary suspension of all flight operations to and from the Saudi Arabian cities of Riyadh and Dammam. The decision follows a series of attacks targeting Saudi airports, which have significantly disrupted regional air travel.

The airline confirmed the service pause in an updated travel advisory, citing the current situation within the Kingdom as the primary driver for the cancellations. While the carrier is coordinating closely with relevant authorities to monitor developments, no specific date for the resumption of these routes has been established.

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Passengers currently holding tickets for travel to Riyadh (RUH) or Dammam (DMM) are encouraged to verify their flight status through the official Qatar Airways website or the company’s mobile application. The airline noted that the remainder of its global network continues to operate as scheduled.

Travelers should remain alert, as the airline warned that further disruptions at Saudi airports could occur with little notice. The carrier remains in active communication with regional officials to assess safety conditions for future operations.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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