Air India and Air India Express are set to operate 58 flights to West Asia, enhancing connectivity between India and the region.
Resumption of Air India Flights
Air India and Air India Express are resuming operations with a significant increase in flights to West Asia, reflecting a growing demand for travel between India and the region. The airlines will operate a total of 58 flights connecting India with key destinations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.
Starting March 12, 2026, IndiGo will also resume flights to nine destinations in the Middle East, further enhancing travel options for passengers. This move comes as travel between the UAE and India picks up, indicating a recovery in the aviation sector.
Specific Flight Operations
Air India is currently operating one round-trip flight from Delhi to Jeddah and two round-trip flights from Mumbai to Jeddah. Additionally, Air India Express has scheduled one round-trip from Bengaluru and one from Kozhikode to Jeddah.
For flights to Muscat, Air India is operating one round-trip from Delhi and one from Mumbai, as well as two round-trips from Kozhikode. Both airlines are also providing a non-scheduled round-trip service to Riyadh from Mumbai and Kozhikode.
Extra Flights Scheduled
To accommodate the anticipated passenger volume, Air India and Air India Express have scheduled 78 extra flights between March 10 and March 18, 2026, focusing on long-haul routes. Passengers are advised to check flight status regularly as schedules may change at short notice.
Air India Express has announced that guests traveling to or from the Gulf region to India are eligible for a free date change or cancellation for travel scheduled until March 31, 2026. This flexibility is aimed at providing travelers with peace of mind amid the evolving travel landscape.
As the situation develops, further updates regarding flight schedules and operations are expected. Details remain unconfirmed.
