Philippine Airlines (PAL) has extended the suspension of its flights to and from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, until November 29, 2026, citing the “evolving security situation” at King Khalid International Airport amid continuing attacks claimed by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi rebels.
In an advisory issued Monday, PAL announced that flights PR654 and PR655 to and from Riyadh would remain suspended until November 29.
“Philippine Airlines flights to and from Riyadh remain suspended until November 29, 2026, due to the evolving security situation at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport,” the airline said.
PAL said it continues to closely monitor developments and assess conditions affecting the safe operation of its flights. It added that further updates would be provided as necessary.
The suspension follows a series of attacks by the Houthi rebels targeting Riyadh, including a reported strike on King Khalid International Airport on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
The attack reportedly killed 13 people and wounded more than 300.
Meanwhile, seven Filipinos were injured, according to Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac. One was in critical condition, two remained in intensive care, and four sustained minor injuries and had been discharged from the hospital.
The DMW said it was coordinating with the families of the injured Filipinos.
Saudi authorities also reported injuries following another attack on the airport on Sunday. Airport operations were temporarily suspended to ensure the safety and operational readiness of its facilities, according to the country’s General Authority of Civil Aviation.
The attacks have disrupted air travel and left hundreds, potentially thousands, of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) bound for Riyadh stranded in their respective provinces.
Migrant expert Manny Geslani said those affected include returning workers, vacationing OFWs and newly hired workers, many of whom are household service workers.
