Biman suspends Riyadh flights until further notice

The Biman Bangladesh Airlines on Saturday announced the suspension of two Riyadh flights until further notice owing to “unavoidable operational circumstances.”

“Biman Bangladesh Airlines regrets to inform all valued passengers that King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh, has suspended all flights towards it. As such, Biman's scheduled Dhaka-Riyadh-Dhaka flights, BG339 and BG340, have been suspended until further notice,” it said in a press release.

Passengers booked on these flights are advised not to proceed to the airport, it added.

The Biman suspension follows a major Houthi attack on the Riyadh airport on Saturday that prompted Saudi authorities to cancel all flights, and drew sharp travel warnings from Western embassies.

“Biman management is actively analysing the situation, and a comprehensive update regarding the rescheduling or status of these flights will be officially communicated on Sunday,” the press release read.

“Biman Bangladesh Airlines sincerely apologises for the unexpected disruption and the profound inconvenience this suspension causes to our passengers and their families.

“Affected passengers may contact the Biman call center or visit their nearest Biman sales office for immediate assistance. Further updates will also be posted on our official website and communication channels as it becomes available,” the press release said.