West Asia Flights Resume Gradually: IndiGo & Air India Restore Connectivity

Mar 12, 2026 Aditya Kapoor No Comment 8 Views

Air connectivity between India and West Asia is gradually stabilizing as airlines cautiously resume operations following recent regional disruptions.

Low-cost carrier IndiGo announced that it will operate flights today to nine destinations across West Asia, along with select services to Europe. The airline emphasized that while operations are being restored, schedules remain subject to sudden changes due to the evolving geopolitical situation.

Passengers traveling to destinations across the Gulf region are advised to verify flight status before departing for the airport, as last-minute adjustments remain possible.

IndiGo Gradually Restoring Regional Network

The restoration of IndiGo’s West Asia network marks an important step toward stabilizing travel between India and key Gulf destinations.

These routes are crucial for:

Business travel
Labor mobility
Tourism flows
Trade connectivity

However, airline officials have cautioned that operational adjustments may continue depending on regional developments and airspace conditions.

Air India Group Operating 58 Flights

Meanwhile, the Air India group—including Air India Express—is maintaining a significant operational presence in the region.

On March 12, the group is scheduled to operate 58 flights to and from West Asia, including both scheduled and special operations.

Key highlights include:

One non-scheduled round-trip flight to Riyadh from Mumbai
One non-scheduled round-trip flight to Riyadh from Kozhikode
40 additional non-scheduled flights connecting India with destinations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, subject to slot availability

These flights aim to support passenger demand and assist travelers affected by earlier disruptions.

B2B Takeaway

With IndiGo operating flights to nine destinations and the Air India group running 58 services, connectivity between India and West Asia is gradually recovering. However, last-minute schedule changes remain possible. Travel agents should advise clients to monitor flight status regularly and maintain backup travel plans. The recent 500+ repatriations also highlight the importance of offering crisis-ready travel insurance packages for international travelers. ✈️🌍

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