Middle East Travel Alerts
EASA Advises Airlines to Avoid Parts of Saudi Airspace Through November 16
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued guidance recommending European carriers avoid sections of the Jeddah Flight Information Region in western Saudi Arabia. The advisory remains in effect through November 16, 2026, citing risks from increased drone and missile activity. The detour guidance is expected to lengthen flight times between Europe and Asia.
