Cathay Pacific extends Dubai and Riyadh passenger-flight suspension to 31 January 2027

Passengers can rebook, change destination or seek refunds, while cargo services to both destinations remain under review.

By newsdesk · 28 September 2026, 15:04 HKT

Reporting: i-CABLE News · HK01 · Star Headline

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Cathay Pacific said passenger flights to and from Dubai and Riyadh will remain cancelled through 31 January 2027, citing the latest developments in the Middle East situation.

Affected passengers can rebook their tickets, change their destination or request a refund. The services have been suspended since the end of March and had previously been due to resume in December.

Cathay Pacific said it would continue monitoring developments and reviewing when cargo services to Dubai and Riyadh can resume.