Biman suspends Dhaka-Riyadh flights until 17 October

The Biman Bangladesh Airlines has suspended all flights from Dhaka to Riyadh until 17 October due to the closure of Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport.

In a statement Monday, the national flag carrier said all Dhaka-Riyadh flights had been suspended until 17 October 2026, Bangladesh time, following the shutdown of King Khalid International Airport (RUH).

The airline said it would announce further decisions regarding the affected flights and updated schedules in due course.

Biman apologised to passengers for the temporary inconvenience caused by the suspension and sought their patience and cooperation.

Meanwhile, flight cancellations have left passengers uncertain about their travel plans. Many have waited for hours at the airport, while others are worried about when they will be able to travel.

Earlier today, US-Bangla Airlines suspended all its Dhaka-Riyadh-Dhaka flights until 21 October following the closure of the Riyadh airport amid repeated Houthi attacks.

According to media reports, operations at the airport had been repeatedly suspended and resumed following a series of attacks originating from Yemen.

The disruptions have affected air connectivity between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia, creating uncertainty for passengers travelling between the two countries.