28/03/2026
𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 #𝟏𝟕
𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐋𝐀-𝐑𝐈𝐘𝐀𝐃𝐇-𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐋𝐀 𝐅𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒
𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐝𝐡 𝐅𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟎𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.
Philippine Airlines (PAL) announces the temporary suspension of its flights between Manila and Riyadh (RUH) - until April 01, 2026.
𝐏𝐑 𝟔𝟓𝟒/𝟔𝟓𝟓 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚-𝐑𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐝𝐡-𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚
This precautionary measure is being taken considering the security situation affecting parts of the Middle East and the resulting operational uncertainties in certain regional airspace corridors and airport operations.
The safety of our passengers, crew, and aircraft remains Philippine Airlines’ highest priority. Given the current environment, PAL has determined that temporarily suspending these services is the most prudent course of action while conditions remain fluid.
PAL continues to closely monitor developments and coordinate with aviation authorities and relevant stakeholders to determine when normal operations can safely resume.
𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬
𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
• Free rebooking once flights resume
• Conversion of tickets into travel credits for future use
• Full refunds, in accordance with applicable policies
PAL’s customer service teams are actively assisting passengers through our website, contact center, and ticket offices.
We recognize that many travelers on these routes are Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who rely on these flights to travel between their workplaces and families. Philippine Airlines remains committed to supporting Filipino travelers during this period while ensuring that all flights operate under the highest safety standards.
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
PAL Cargo operations on these routes are also affected. The airline is working with logistics partners to explore alternative routing options where possible to support the continued movement of essential goods.
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠
The time frame of these cancellations reflects PAL's current operational planning horizon, and the airline will continue to review developments closely.
Philippine Airlines appreciates the patience and understanding of our passengers as we prioritize safety. PAL remains committed to restoring our Middle East services as soon as conditions allow, while continuing to connect our passengers to the world with safe, reliable, and caring service.
For updates and assistance, passengers may visit www.philippineairlines.com or contact PAL’s Customer Service channels.