Air India Flights: Resumption of Services to West Asia
Significant Increase in Air India Flights
Air India and Air India Express are set to operate a total of 58 flights connecting India with West Asia, specifically targeting the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman. This move comes as travel demand between these regions continues to rise, reflecting a broader recovery in international travel.
Flight Operations Details
Starting March 12, 2026, Air India will operate several key routes, including one round-trip flight from Delhi to Jeddah and two round-trip flights from Mumbai to Jeddah. Additionally, Air India Express will provide services with one round-trip from Bengaluru and one from Kozhikode to Jeddah.
In terms of connectivity to Muscat, Air India is also offering one round-trip flight from Delhi and Mumbai, along with two round-trips from Kozhikode. Both airlines will additionally operate a non-scheduled round-trip service to Riyadh from Mumbai and Kozhikode.
Extra Flights Scheduled
To accommodate the expected increase in passenger traffic, Air India and Air India Express have scheduled 78 extra flights between March 10 and March 18, 2026, focusing on long-haul routes. This expansion is a strategic response to the growing travel needs of passengers.
IndiGo’s Resumption
In parallel, IndiGo will resume flights to nine destinations in the Middle East from March 12, 2026. This includes a commitment to maintaining flexibility for travelers, as indicated by their statement that “flight schedules may change at short notice.”
Passenger Advisory
Passengers are advised to check their flight status regularly, as schedules may be subject to change. Air India Express has also announced that guests traveling to and from the Gulf region to India are eligible for a free date change or cancellation for travel scheduled until March 31, 2026.
The resumption of these flights marks a significant step in the recovery of air travel between India and the Gulf region, which has been impacted in recent years. As travel restrictions ease, airlines are ramping up their operations to meet the demand.
