Emirates Suspends Flights to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Oman

Emirates has announced that flights will be suspended to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Oman for a specified period over the new, more infectious strain of Covid-19 that’s spreading in Europe.

Due to the closure of Saudi Arabian, Kuwaiti and Omani borders, Emirates will be suspending flights to and from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 21‑27 December, and Kuwait and Oman from 22‑28 December.

“Customers connecting on flights bound for these destinations will not be accepted at origin. We regret any inconvenience caused. Affected customers should contact their travel agent or Emirates contact centre for rebooking options,” the airline posted on its website.

Similarly, Abu Dhabi’s Etihad has also suspended flights to the three Gulf countries following the development. Many countries are banning travel to UK as the new strain of the virus is considered to be highly infectious.