Two Kochi-Riyadh flights were canceled due to security concerns

Passengers who have booked their flights have been advised to contact the customer service centers of the respective airlines for further updates. Photo file

Two flights scheduled to depart Kochi Airport for Riyadh on Thursday were canceled following reports of a security breach at the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The canceled services were Akasa Air flight QP523 scheduled to depart at 19:55 and Saudia flight SV775 scheduled to depart at 21:40. Passengers booked on these flights have been advised to contact the respective airlines’ customer service centers for further updates and alternative travel arrangements.

Published – 8 Oct 2026 21:46 IST