King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh partially resumed operations on 25 October 2026, following a two-week suspension. Flights restarted on a limited basis across both domestic and selected international routes.
Under the current arrangement, Terminal 1 is handling domestic flights, while Terminal 2 is operating international flights run by Saudi national carriers. Selected international services have returned, including flights to Cairo, Dubai, Hyderabad, Damascus, Delhi, London, and Hong Kong.
Operations remain limited for now, and many scheduled flights have been cancelled or changed. Passengers holding confirmed bookings are advised to verify their flight status and terminal directly with their airline before heading to the airport, as schedules continue to shift.
Why it matters
For residents and travellers in Riyadh, the partial reopening restores key travel links after an extended pause. However, with reduced capacity and ongoing adjustments, planning ahead and confirming details in advance can help passengers avoid unnecessary trips to the airport.
No fixed end date has been set for the partial reopening. The pace of recovery depends on airline schedules and airport security conditions, which means the list of available routes may expand or change over the coming days.
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