NEW DELHI – IndiGo will operate 252 weekly flights to and from the Middle East as it cautiously adjusts its network in response to the evolving regional situation, the airline announced on Saturday.
The revised schedule will be effective from March 16 to March 28, 2026, as the airline continues to monitor geopolitical developments and operational conditions across the region. 
According to the airline, operations are almost back to regular levels, with 126 weekly flights to and from Saudi Arabia, 98 weekly flights to and from the United Arab Emirates, and 28 weekly flights to and from Oman. 
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IndiGo said the adjustments are being made in view of the ongoing geopolitical risks, airspace restrictions, airport constraints, and rising fuel and insurance costs, while ensuring that essential connectivity between India and the Middle East is maintained. 
“The airline is aligning capacity with the current conditions while maintaining essential connectivity,” the company said, adding that the measures are aimed at ensuring safe and reliable operations across the region. 
Oman flights continue
IndiGo confirmed that flights to Muscat will continue under the revised schedule. The airline will operate daily services on the following sectors:
• Mumbai – Muscat – Mumbai
• Kochi – Muscat – Kochi
These services will maintain connectivity for passengers travelling between Oman and India during the period of network adjustment.
Several regional routes suspended
As part of the temporary restructuring of its Middle East network, IndiGo said planned operations to Doha, Kuwait, Bahrain, Dammam, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah will remain suspended until March 28, 2026.
The airline said it will continue to coordinate with relevant authorities and review the situation closely as conditions evolve.
Support for passengers
IndiGo added that it is prepared to operate additional ad-hoc flights for stranded passengers if required and will continue providing real-time updates through its website and social media platforms.
Passengers have been advised to check the latest travel advisories and flight updates before planning their journeys.
IndiGo, one of the fastest-growing airlines globally, operates more than 2,200 daily flights with a fleet of over 400 aircraft, connecting over 95 domestic and 40 international destinations, and served 124 million passengers in 2025. 
