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Dubai–Saudi flights still cancelled as Emirates and Etihad extend suspensions
Emirates has cancelled multiple Dubai–Riyadh, Dubai–Jeddah and Dubai–Dammam services, with flights still grounded on October 16; Etihad suspended Abu Dhabi–Riyadh and Abu Dhabi–Dammam flights through October 18.
Why it matters
The Dubai–Saudi Arabia corridor is one of the Middle East's busiest for business and pilgrimage travel. Both UAE carriers have been cancelling services through the week, with flights still grounded on Friday, October 16; affected passengers need to rebook or adjust plans.
Cancellations at a glance
Emirates: Dubai–Riyadh EK815, EK817 and EK819 plus returns EK816, EK818 and EK820 cancelled; selected Dubai–Jeddah services affected including EK801, EK803 and EK805, with EK803 (Dubai to Jeddah) cancelled on October 16; Dubai–Dammam EK821 cancelled on October 16. Etihad: all Abu Dhabi–Riyadh flights cancelled through October 18; Abu Dhabi–Dammam through October 18; Jeddah EY601/EY602 through October 18 and EY603/EY604 through October 19.
Passenger advice
Flight statuses are shifting quickly: some previously cancelled flights may be reinstated while others face new cancellations. Both airlines advise passengers to confirm bookings and rebooking options through official channels.
Sources
Gulf Business, 2026-10-16; flight statuses via FlightStats and Flightradar24.
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