Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has temporarily suspended its flight operations to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, citing the evolving situation in the Middle East.
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The suspension may affect passengers scheduled to travel between Pakistan and Riyadh. The airline has advised travellers to verify their flight status before leaving for the airport to avoid unnecessary inconvenience.
Passengers Advised to Check Flight Status
PIA has urged passengers to contact its call centre at 111-786-786 to confirm the latest status of their flights.
Flight operations to Saudi Arabia are continuing as usual. PIA has temporarily suspended flights only to Riyadh. Speculations circulating on social media are not true.
— Pakistan Airports Authority (@Pk_PAA_Official) October 9, 2026
Travellers are advised to check directly with the airline for updates on cancellations, rescheduling or any changes to their departure arrangements.
The airline expressed regret over the inconvenience caused by the temporary suspension and said the decision was taken in view of the prevailing regional situation.
Middle East Situation Affects Flight Operations
The suspension comes amid an evolving security situation in the Middle East, which can affect airline operations and flight schedules across the region.
Passengers planning to travel to Riyadh should rely on official PIA announcements for the latest information. The airline has not specified in the provided announcement when flights are expected to resume.
Travellers are also advised to keep their booking details available when contacting the airline and to confirm any revised departure arrangements before travelling to the airport.
Earlier in the day, PIA is set to expand its fleet with the addition of two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, marking a potential step towards modernising its operations and enhancing its long-haul flight capabilities.
