Riyadh: new flight allocation for Terminals 1 and 2 from 25 October
Terminal 1 is designated for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights operated by national carriers. The airport asks passengers to verify bookings and flights before travelling there.
Updated 25.10.2026 · 07:08, Athens time — What changed
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh announced a flight allocation in an official notice dated 24 October 2026, effective Sunday 25 October:
- Terminal 1: domestic flights.
- Terminal 2: international flights operated by national carriers.
The airport asks passengers with confirmed bookings to contact their airlines to verify booking and flight status before heading to the airport.
The announcement confirms this allocation and its effective date. It does not confirm that every flight is operating or that all international airlines use Terminal 2. It provides neither a detailed route list nor confirmation of a general restoration of operations.
Earlier updates — history
Updated 14.10.2026 · 23:00 Athens time — What changed
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy said an administrative building at Saudi Aramco in Dhahran was targeted on the evening of Tuesday, 13 October. The ministry said the incident caused a limited fire and no deaths or injuries. Reuters, citing three people with direct knowledge, reported extensive damage to the building and a fire spreading across several floors—an assessment that differs from the ministry’s description of the fire. Aramco had not commented by the time of that report.
The Houthis claimed in their own statement that they had attacked Saudi targets and said they would continue targeting airports and oil facilities. This remains the group’s claim and threat; the Saudi ministry’s public statement confirmed that the Aramco building was targeted, but did not identify who launched the projectile.
Four injured by debris in Riyadh
Saudi Civil Defense said debris from two intercepted missiles fell in residential areas of Riyadh. Four people—two women, a man and a child—were injured, and 15 homes sustained limited damage, according to the statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency. Separately, the Saudi-led coalition said on Wednesday it had intercepted a ballistic missile heading toward Riyadh; the reported booms in the city were not officially attributed to a specific cause.
Reuters reported on 14 October that authorities had announced the suspension of operations at Riyadh’s international airport through 17 October. The Greek Foreign Ministry’s 11 October advice to avoid travel to Saudi Arabia unless absolutely necessary remains the latest notice located on the ministry’s official website. Travellers should confirm each flight with their airline.
Updated 13.10.2026 · 08:11 Athens time — What changed
The Saudi-led coalition said on the evening of 12 October that it intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile heading toward Riyadh. Reuters reported the statement at 21:25 Athens time. The interception is attributed to the coalition and does not establish that the airport has reopened.
Updated 12.10.2026 · 17:46 Athens time — What changed
Flight suspensions to Saudi Arabia have widened after the attacks on Riyadh and Dammam airports. According to an accessible Reuters report, Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport remained closed on Monday afternoon, while airlines announced different time limits for their cancellations.
What airlines have announced
- Lufthansa Group suspended Riyadh flights through 16 October.
- Air France-KLM extended its Riyadh suspension through the end of October.
- Etihad suspended flights to Saudi destinations through 13 October.
- Philippine Airlines announced that Riyadh flights would remain suspended through 29 November.
- Indian carriers including IndiGo and Air India Express cancelled or suspended services to Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah for varying periods.
These dates reflect airline plans at the time of this update and may change without notice. Passengers should check their flight number through the airline's official app or website rather than relying solely on the airport's general schedule.
Greek travel advice
Greece's Foreign Ministry advice to avoid travel to Saudi Arabia unless absolutely necessary remains in force. The advice applies independently of whether a specific flight still appears as scheduled.
Previous update — 12.10.2026 · 02:10 Athens time — What changed
Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation said that one Pakistani national was killed and 11 people were injured in Sunday's new strike on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport. Damage to the airport facilities is still being assessed.
The Saudi-led coalition said an unidentified projectile struck Terminal 4 and caused a fire. It also reported intercepting a cruise missile near the airport. The new death and 11 injuries relate to a separate incident from Saturday's attack, in which Saudi authorities recorded 13 deaths and more than 300 injuries.
Strike at Dammam airport confirmed
The same aviation authority confirmed an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and said safety inspections and damage assessments were under way. Reuters reported delays and cancellations, citing Flightradar24 data.
The Houthis claimed responsibility for Saturday's attack and said they also struck Dammam airport and two Saudi Aramco facilities. The Dammam airport strike was confirmed by the Saudi aviation authority; the claim concerning the Aramco facilities had not been confirmed by the company or the Saudi government by the time of this update.
Advice for Greek citizens
Greece's Foreign Ministry advice to avoid travel to Saudi Arabia unless absolutely necessary remains in force. Travellers should confirm flight status directly with their airline and follow instructions from local authorities.
Previous update — 11.10.2026 · 22:01 Athens time — What changed
India’s embassy in Saudi Arabia said that an Indian national injured in Saturday’s attack had died. Reuters reported that the death was added to the initial toll of 12, raising the confirmed count to at least 13.
The embassy said it was in contact with the family and would assist with repatriating the remains. Saudi authorities have not published a complete revised list of victims.
Greece’s Foreign Ministry advice to avoid travel to Saudi Arabia unless absolutely necessary remains in effect.
Previous update — 11 October 2026, 20:10 Athens time — What changed
Greece's Foreign Ministry advised Greek citizens to avoid travel to Saudi Arabia unless absolutely necessary, citing the developing situation in the Middle East and restrictions affecting Saudi airspace.
Greek citizens already in the country are advised to contact their airline, follow official information and comply with instructions from local authorities. The Greek Embassy in Riyadh lists +966 (0) 50 6090207 and gremb.ria@mfa.gr for contact.
New attack and continued airport closure
The Saudi-led coalition said an “unidentified projectile” targeted Terminal 4 at King Khalid International Airport on Sunday and caused a fire. It also said air defences intercepted a cruise missile near the airport.
No new casualty toll was announced for Sunday's incident. Reuters reported that the airport remained closed after Saturday's attack, which killed 12 people and injured 309. Flight status may change and passengers should check directly with their carrier.
What remains from the earlier update
Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation said Saturday's 12 dead included four Saudi citizens, two Bangladeshi citizens and one citizen each from the United States, Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Sudan and Egypt.
Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for Saturday's attack and renewed a warning to airlines and travellers against using Saudi airports. That is a statement by the group, not an official travel advisory. The new Greek Foreign Ministry recommendation is the official guidance addressed to Greek citizens.
Separately, Houthi-run television reported a Saudi strike on Sanaa airport. There was no immediate Saudi comment, so the claim remains independently unconfirmed.
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