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Airlines Add Extra Flights from Gulf to Bring Stranded Passengers Home

Domestic airlines are scheduling additional non-scheduled flights from the Gulf region on Sunday to bring stranded passengers back to India. Air India and Air India Express will operate extra flights to and from several UAE cities, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. IndiGo announced it is restarting its Europe operations while continuing flights to eight Middle Eastern destinations. Both airlines warn that schedules are dynamic due to the evolving situation in West Asia and advise passengers to check their flight status.

Key Points: Extra Flights from Gulf to India Amid Middle East Tensions

  • Additional flights from Gulf on March 8
  • Air India Express operating 30 extra flights
  • IndiGo restarting Europe operations
  • Passengers advised to verify flight status
  • Airlines using alternative safe routes
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Domestic airlines to operate additional non-scheduled flights from Gulf region on Sunday

Air India and IndiGo schedule additional non-scheduled flights from UAE, Oman to repatriate passengers amid West Asia airspace restrictions.

"Due to the dynamic situation in West Asia, flight schedules can change at a short notice. - Air India"

New Delhi, March 8

Domestic airlines are scheduling to operate additional non-scheduled flights from the Gulf region on Sunday, subject to approvals from Indian and local authorities, amid the ongoing Middle East tensions.

Due to continuing airspace restrictions in other parts of West Asia, the airlines will operate additional non-scheduled flights on March 8.

"Air India will run extra flights between Delhi and Mumbai and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Air India Express will also operate 30 additional flights between India and UAE cities including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah," the airline said in a statement.

Additional non-scheduled flights are planned to operate to and from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Muscat, Ras Al-Khaimah and Sharjah on March 8, to bring stranded passengers back to India.

"Due to the dynamic situation in West Asia, flight schedules can change at a short notice. We recommend verifying your flight status at our website before you leave home. We will continue to provide flight updates on your registered numbers as well. Please connect with our 24×7 Contact Centre for more information," said Air India in a post on X.

Air India's services to Europe and North America are operating normally through safe alternative routings.

IndiGo said as the situation in and around the Middle East continues to evolve, "we understand that many customers are still waiting to reach the places and the people that matter most to them."

On March 8, "we are pleased to restart our Europe operations, reconnecting customers with key destinations across the region", it added.

IndiGo will also continue to operate flights to 8 destinations in the Middle East.

"Given the dynamic nature of the situation, flight schedules may change at a short notice," it alerted, adding that "we will continue to share updates on our website and social media channels as the situation develops."

- IANS

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Sarah B
I'm glad to see proactive communication about the "dynamic situation" and the advice to check flight status. It reduces anxiety. However, I hope the airlines and authorities have a solid contingency plan if things escalate further. Safety first.
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Priyanka N
My brother is in Muscat and has been trying to get a flight for two days. Finally some good news! The Gulf region has such a large Indian workforce, these special flights are absolutely essential. Jai Hind.
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Aman W
Good initiative, but I hope they don't charge exorbitant last-minute fares. In times of crisis, airlines should show some responsibility towards citizens rather than just profit. The government should monitor this.
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Karthik V
It's reassuring that flights to Europe and North America are operating via alternative routes. Many Indian students and professionals use those connections. The key is clear and timely updates, which they seem to be providing.
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Michael C
Operating 30 additional flights is a massive logistical undertaking. Kudos to the ground and flight crews who will be working extra hours to make this happen. Hope the passengers also remain patient and cooperative.

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