World · Bangladesh Bureau
Over 15,000 passengers stranded as 103 Dhaka-Saudi flights cancelled
A significant disruption to air travel between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia has left more than 15,000 passengers facing cancellations across 103 flights. The mass cancellations have created substantial inconvenience for travellers with scheduled journeys between Dhaka and Saudi destinations.
LSN Bangladesh ·
The widespread flight cancellations between Dhaka and Saudi Arabia have disrupted travel plans for thousands of passengers, with carriers suspending over 100 services on the busy route. The scale of the disruptions underscores the importance of air connectivity between Bangladesh and the Kingdom, which serves as a major destination for Bangladeshi workers, pilgrims, and business travellers.
With more than 15,000 passengers affected by the cancellations, travellers have faced challenges in rebooking flights and managing their schedules. The disruptions have prompted concerns among passengers regarding compensation, alternative travel arrangements, and communication from airlines regarding the reasons behind the cancellations.
The Dhaka-Saudi Arabia route remains one of the most heavily trafficked international corridors from Bangladesh, reflecting the significant movement of people between the two countries for employment, religious visits, and trade purposes. Airlines operating on the route have not yet provided comprehensive details regarding the specific causes of the cancellations or expected timelines for service resumption.
Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines directly for information about rebooking options, refunds, and compensation eligibility under existing aviation regulations.