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Riyadh airport to resume flights after security disruptions

King Khalid International Airport will restart domestic and international operations on Sunday following recent attacks.

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At a glance

  • King Khalid International Airport will restart operations on Sunday with new terminal arrangements
  • Terminal 1 designated for domestic flights; Terminal 2 for international flights by national carriers
  • Passengers advised to contact airlines to verify bookings before travelling
  • Airport disruptions followed recent attacks on Riyadh

King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh will resume domestic and international flight operations on Sunday, according to a travel advisory issued by the airport. Terminal 1 will handle domestic flights, while Terminal 2 will serve international flights operated by national carriers.

The airport's operational update follows a series of attacks targeting the Saudi capital. Authorities urged passengers with confirmed reservations to contact their airlines to verify booking status and flight schedules before travelling to the airport.

Why it matters

King Khalid International Airport is one of the Kingdom's busiest aviation hubs, and its resumption signals a move toward restoring normal passenger operations.

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