Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends international flights

Saudi Arabia will temporarily suspend all international flights for two weeks starting from Sunday, March 15, in an effort to combat the coronavirus outbreak, the Ministry of Interior said on Saturday.

During the two-week period, some flights would only be allowed in exceptional cases, the ministry said.

For residents who cannot come back during this period, it will be considered as an official holiday.

Arrangements will be made regarding health procedures such as examination and isolation according to the preventive measures approved for all arrivals.

For Saudi citizens who wish to return, the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Interior, the Civil Aviation Authority and other relevant parties, will arrange for their arrival, and the relevant procedures will be soon announced.