British Airways has announced a reduction in flights to seven major international airports in light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The airline has adjusted its flight schedule for the Summer 2026 season, citing the need to adapt to the situation between Iran and US-Israeli forces in the region.
As part of the updated schedule, British Airways will be decreasing the frequency of flights to seven Middle Eastern cities. Flights to Dubai will be reduced from three flights per day to one, with plans to resume the daily service on August 1 and add a second daily flight on October 16.
Similarly, services to Doha in Qatar, Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, and Tel Aviv in Israel will transition from twice-daily to once-daily flights, with all routes expected to return to normal frequency on August 1. Additionally, the airline will permanently discontinue its route to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia starting April 24.
In response to the evolving situation, British Airways issued a statement assuring customers of ongoing reviews and direct communication with affected passengers to provide various options. The airline has facilitated the return of numerous customers, operated relief flights, and increased capacity on key long-haul routes. Plans to assess and potentially introduce additional flights in the future are underway.