airline news

King Khalid International Airport (RUH/ OERK) in Riyadh stays open despite regional security issues, but numerous international flights face cancellations and delays. Travelers must check airline status before heading to the airport as Gulf airspace restrictions disrupt schedules.

Radisson Hotel Group signs Mana Island Resort & Spa Fiji under Radisson Individuals, expanding luxury options in the Mamanuca Islands with a 160-key property set to reopen in late 2027 after refurbishment.

Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, Jordan, cancelled 28 flights and delayed 27 others on March 18, 2026, affecting Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Emirates, and Egypt Air. Hundreds of passengers stranded as regional airspace tensions escalate.

Qatar Airways will run a reduced flight schedule from 18-28 March 2026 due to Qatari airspace restrictions, impacting routes to London, Mumbai, Bangkok and more. Affected passengers qualify for two free rebookings up to 30 April 2026 or full refunds.

Qatar Airways has evacuated nearly 1000 Indian nationals from Doha to New Delhi, Mumbai, and Kochi as West Asia airspace closures strand thousands due to escalating conflict. Additional flights continue amid the crisis affecting major Gulf hubs.

Pakistan International Airlines suspends flights to UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait due to escalating Middle East tensions from US-Israel strikes on Iran. Over 500 flights canceled in three days from Pakistan airports, with 64 grounded Tuesday alone. Travelers face major disruptions to Gulf routes.

The Philippines has extended visa relief for foreign nationals stranded by Middle East flight cancellations, allowing them to stay without penalties until April 1, 2026. The Department of Justice issued the directive to help thousands affected by regional airspace closures.

Philippine government cuts airport charges at CAAP-operated airports amid jet fuel spike from $90.87 to $188.2 per barrel, aiding Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, and Japan-South Korea carriers to fuel tourism boom despite Middle East tensions.

Pass the Keys launches a groundbreaking Quality Guarantee for UK short-let properties, waiving management fees for subpar guest reviews on Airbnb and Booking.com. This pilot program ties fees to satisfaction, applying to short stays under 7 nights in selected territories.

Paro Tshechu 2026 runs March 29 to April 2 at Rinpung Dzong in Bhutan, featuring sacred mask dances and Guru Padmasambhava celebrations. Join vibrant Cham dances, spiritual rituals, and spring Himalayan beauty for an unforgettable cultural immersion.

Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports faced severe disruptions in mid-March 2026, with 96 delays and 15 cancellations affecting El Al, Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Air France. Thunderstorms and staff shortages triggered widespread chaos during peak spring travel season.

UAE residents flock to Oman for affordable Eid Al Fitr 2026 getaways in Muscat, Musandam, and Jabal Akhdar amid regional disruptions. Expect a 5-day holiday from March 19-23, with self-drive trips, visa-on-arrival, and surging hotel demand driving the budget travel surge.