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Air India and Air India Express Maintain Operations
“Air India and Air India Express will continue to operate their respective scheduled services to and from Jeddah and Muscat on 9 March 2026, as the airspaces over Saudi Arabia and Oman remain open,” stated a representative from the airline. This announcement comes as the airlines prepare to assist travelers amid ongoing regional developments.
On March 9, 2026, Air India will operate one round-trip each from Delhi and Mumbai to Jeddah, while Air India Express will manage one round-trip each from Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Kozhikode to the same destination. Additionally, Air India Express is set to operate 14 flights to and from Muscat, ensuring that connectivity between these key locations is maintained.
In light of the current situation, Air India is also expanding its services with additional non-scheduled flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Dubai. These flights are being operated with the requisite permissions from the relevant Indian and local regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance with all necessary regulations.
Furthermore, Air India Express will operate a total of 32 ad-hoc non-scheduled flights to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on March 9, 2026, aimed at assisting stranded travelers in returning home to India. The Ministry of External Affairs has reported that over 52,000 Indians traveled safely from the Gulf region to India between March 1-7, 2026, highlighting the ongoing efforts to facilitate safe travel.
Scheduled flights of Air India Express to and from Bahrain, Dammam, Doha, Kuwait, and Riyadh have been canceled until March 13, while Air India’s scheduled flights to and from Dammam, Doha, and Riyadh remain canceled until March 10. This cancellation reflects the airlines’ response to the evolving situation in the region.
A dedicated special control room has been established to monitor and respond to queries from affected travelers, providing essential support during this time. The Government of India is continuously monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia and the Gulf region, especially regarding the welfare of Indian nationals who have been stranded there during transit or on short-duration visits.
As the situation develops, Air India and Air India Express remain committed to providing necessary services and ensuring the safety of their passengers. Details remain unconfirmed regarding future flight schedules and additional routes, but the airlines are poised to adapt as needed.
