SriLankan Airlines extends suspension of Saudi Arabia flights until Oct. 24

COLOMBO, Oct. 16 (Xinhua) -- SriLankan Airlines has extended the suspension of all flights between Colombo and the Saudi Arabian cities of Dammam and Riyadh until Oct. 24 due to the prevailing security situation in the region, the airline announced Friday.

The national carrier said passenger and crew safety remains its priority and that flights will resume once conditions are deemed suitable for commercial operations.

The airline advised affected passengers to contact its customer service channels, travel agents or visit its official website for further information.

Earlier on Oct. 10, the airline announced the temporary suspension of all flights to Riyadh, which was to expire on Oct. 18.