Etihad urges passengers to rebook as Riyadh and Dammam flight suspensions extend until November 19.
Etihad Airways has extended the suspension of flights between Abu Dhabi and the Saudi Arabian cities of Dammam and Riyadh until November 19, amid ongoing regional disruption. However, the airline plans to resume selected services between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah from November 6.
The latest update affects both passenger and cargo operations on the Abu Dhabi–Dammam and Abu Dhabi–Riyadh routes. All flights on both routes remain cancelled through Thursday, November 19.
Abu Dhabi–Dammam flights
Etihad has confirmed that all passenger and cargo services between Abu Dhabi and Dammam remain cancelled until November 19.
Passengers booked on these flights are advised to contact the airline for information on alternative travel arrangements, rebooking and refunds.
Riyadh flights also suspended
Flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh have also been suspended, with all passenger and cargo services cancelled through November 19.
Passengers planning to travel between the two cities should check directly with Etihad for the latest updates before heading to the airport.
Etihad to resume selected Jeddah flights from November 6
Etihad is scheduled to resume four flights between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah from Friday, November 6. These include:
- EY601: Abu Dhabi to Jeddah
- EY602: Jeddah to Abu Dhabi
- EY603: Abu Dhabi to Jeddah
- EY604: Jeddah to Abu Dhabi
The airline said all other flights between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah would continue to operate as scheduled.
What passengers need to know
Etihad has warned that the situation remains fluid and further changes to its flight schedule are possible.
Passengers are advised to check their flight status on the airline’s official website, etihad.com, before travelling. Those affected by cancellations can visit Etihad’s Contact Us page for local telephone numbers, live chat and social media support.
The airline apologised for the disruption and said its teams were working to help affected passengers with their travel arrangements. It added that the safety and comfort of passengers and crew remain its top priority.
