Riyadh is strengthening its connectivity with key markets across Europe and the Middle East, with six new routes set to come online in seven weeks, providing travellers with greater access to the Saudi capital amid growing demand for business and leisure travel. The expansion comes as Riyadh Air continues to develop its route network alongside established carriers, adding services to...

Amid the rapidly worsening security environment in the Middle East, the Embassy of India in Tehran has released a fresh advisory on X, urging all Indian nationals avoid travelling to Iran and calling on those currently in Iran to exit immediately by any available means of transport....

Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has taken delivery of its first A321XLR, marking a significant milestone as the first airline in the Middle East and Africa to operate Airbus’ newest aircraft. The aircraft, powered by CFM International LEAP-1A engines, is the first of 15 A321XLRs on order by the airline. This delivery is a cornerstone of Saudia’s...

Director General, Willie Walsh said that with tight capacity and thin margins, air fares are already rising, and the capacity deployment is also adjusting, particularly for traffic to, from, or through the Middle East, or in areas where fuel supply is an issue. Capacity growth scheduled for March, has eased to 3.3% from earlier predictions of over 5%.

In response to the ongoing geopolitical disruptions across the Middle East, IndiGo has announced a significant extension of its full cancellation waivers for all flights operating to and from the Middle East and Istanbul up till March 31, 2026. The airline requested the customers to stay updated on their flight status by checking on IndiGo’s website and social media channels....