Indian carriers Air India and IndiGo are operating a limited number of flights to select Middle East destinations on Wednesday, April 8, amid ongoing safety restrictions in the region. According to the airlines’ latest advisories, operations across their West Asian network will remain significantly curtailed, with services contingent on airport safety conditions, slot availability, and necessary regulatory approvals. Passengers have been urged to check flight details before travelling, as schedules could change with little notice.

Air India and its subsidiary, Air India Express, stated that only a combination of scheduled and non-scheduled flights will be maintained to certain key destinations. The carriers emphasized that these services are operating under “prevailing conditions” at departure airports, with safety and passenger well-being being the top priority. Several routes remain suspended for the day, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding air travel in parts of the Middle East.

IndiGo confirmed that it would continue select flights to and from the region, noting that its operations are being conducted in strict compliance with regulatory guidelines. The airline assured passengers of assistance through its contact centres, advising travellers to verify flight timings and availability ahead of departure. This limited operational approach reflects both airlines’ commitment to passenger safety while maintaining essential connectivity.

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Specific airports, including Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, as well as Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and Muscat in Oman, are witnessing some flight movement. However, other destinations such as Al Ain, Riyadh, Dammam, Doha, Bahrain, Tel Aviv, and Kuwait currently remain inactive. The airlines have emphasized that this dynamic situation may evolve rapidly depending on ground conditions and official clearances.

Industry analysts note that the partial resumption of services will provide some relief for travellers and businesses reliant on air travel in the region. However, the limited connectivity highlights the fragility of aviation operations in conflict-affected or high-alert zones, underlining the importance of flexibility and timely communication between airlines and passengers.

Passengers are advised to monitor airline communications and government advisories closely, plan for potential disruptions, and allow extra time for airport procedures. Both Air India and IndiGo have reiterated that safety remains non-negotiable, with all flight decisions prioritising the protection of crew and travellers.

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