In a timely relief measure amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and the Persian Gulf, IndiGo Airlines has swiftly resumed select flights to evacuate stranded passengers. Coordinating closely with Indian authorities and relevant governments, the low-cost carrier has initiated operations to bring people back home safely.
According to an official statement from IndiGo, four flights are currently en route to Jeddah, with one additional flight scheduled for Muscat the following day. Starting Wednesday, the airline plans to ramp up frequencies and seat availability, meticulously planning its schedule with passenger safety as the top priority.
Operations are expected to restart in key Middle East destinations like Muscat, Jeddah, and Medina, alongside Athens in Europe, subject to airspace conditions and necessary approvals. In total, IndiGo aims to operate 13 return flights, covering 26 sectors, to facilitate smooth repatriation.
For UAE stations, return flights are under preparation for March 4, though final confirmation depends on local situations and clearances. The airline emphasized its commitment to monitoring developments closely and updating customers via social media and its website.
Meanwhile, UAE-based carriers Emirates and Etihad Airways have also commenced limited flights since the evening of March 2, following partial reopening of Dubai airports after closures due to US-Israel-Iran conflicts. Emirates prioritizes pre-booked passengers for these phased restarts, urging others not to head to airports without confirmation.
Dubai Airports confirmed limited operations from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central Al Maktoum International (DWC). The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority advised passengers to await airline confirmations before proceeding, highlighting extraordinary flight operations amid the volatile scenario.
IndiGo’s proactive steps underscore the aviation industry’s resilience, ensuring stranded travelers receive vital support during this precarious period in regional geopolitics.