SriLankan Airlines Suspends Riyadh and Dammam Flights Until October 18

COLOMBO (News 1st); SriLankan Airlines has announced the temporary suspension of all flights operating from Riyadh and Dammam to Colombo until October 18, 2026.

In an operational update issued on Wednesday, the national carrier said the decision was taken in view of prevailing conditions affecting commercial flight operations, while emphasizing that the safety and security of passengers and crew remain its highest priority.

The airline stated that services on the affected routes will remain suspended until October 18 and will resume once conditions are assessed to be suitable for normal commercial operations.

Passengers requiring assistance or additional information have been advised to contact their travel agents, SriLankan Airlines offices in Saudi Arabia and Colombo, or visit the airline's official website.