New Delhi, Updated At: 09:09 AM Apr 07, 2026 IST
Air India Group will operate 32 scheduled and non‑scheduled flights to and from West Asia on Tuesday, increasing ad‑hoc services to the United Arab Emirates amid continuing airspace restrictions, flight disruptions and rising geopolitical tensions across the Middle East. IndiGo will also operate select flights as carriers adjust schedules in real time.
Of the 32 flights, 16 are non‑scheduled services to and from the UAE, reflecting a push to maintain India‑UAE connectivity despite cancellations, rerouting and slot constraints. These ad‑hoc services are subject to regulatory approvals and operational conditions.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah continue to rely entirely on ad‑hoc operations. Air India will operate a Delhi–Dubai sector, while Air India Express will operate Mangalore–Dubai. Abu Dhabi will see expanded connectivity through Air India Express flights from Delhi, Kochi, Mangalore and Mumbai. Sharjah will be linked to Amritsar and Kannur.
Ras Al Khaimah remains open for limited ad‑hoc movements, though no specific sectors were detailed. Al Ain continues without services.
In Oman, scheduled operations on the Muscat route will continue, with Air India Express operating from Delhi and Mumbai. Salalah remains suspended.
Saudi Arabia will see partial continuity: Jeddah will be served by Air India from Mumbai and by Air India Express from Hyderabad, Kannur and Kozhikode. Riyadh will have scheduled services from Delhi and Kozhikode, while Dammam remains without operations.
Flights to Bahrain, Doha, Kuwait and Tel Aviv remain suspended, underscoring the impact of airspace restrictions and regional uncertainty on international travel. Air India said its long‑haul services to North America, Europe and Australia are operating as per schedule, indicating disruptions are largely confined to West Asia sectors.
Passengers affected by cancellations have been offered free rebooking or full refunds. Air India Express is allowing UAE‑bound travellers to shift to alternate flights within its network without additional charges, and the group is contacting impacted passengers via registered details to facilitate rescheduling. Additional ad‑hoc flights are being explored depending on approvals and demand.
IndiGo said it will operate select flights to and from the Middle East, with schedules continuously reviewed in coordination with aviation authorities. Passengers are advised to check flight status before travelling to the airport as schedules remain fluid.
