Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport sees flight cancellations following Riyadh attack

Flight operations at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka have been significantly disrupted following a missile attack by Houthi rebels on Riyadh Airport in Saudi Arabia on October 10. The security situation in Saudi Arabia has led to the cancellation of at least 61 to 62 flights, including direct services to Saudi Arabia and various transit routes.

Major airlines affected include Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Saudia, and Riyadh Air, alongside transit carriers such as IndiGo, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Flydubai. More than 10,000 passengers have been stranded due to these cancellations.

Airport authorities have instructed airlines to provide necessary assistance to affected passengers, including clear communication regarding delays or rescheduling via SMS, email, and social media. Airlines are also directed to ensure basic amenities such as seating, drinking water, and food, particularly for elderly passengers, children, and those with disabilities.