flydubai has confirmed the cancellation of two scheduled flights between Dubai International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Thursday, October 8, 2026, marking a new operational development affecting passengers travelling between the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
According to the airline’s latest update, flight FZ855 from Dubai to Riyadh was cancelled, along with the return service FZ856 from Riyadh to Dubai, directly affecting passengers holding confirmed bookings on the two flights.
The airline said the cancellations came amid operational disruption affecting Riyadh Airport, while also confirming that no additional changes had been announced for its other Riyadh-related services at the time of the statement.
This means the latest decision does not represent a full suspension of all flydubai services between Dubai and Riyadh, nor does it indicate a broader halt to air travel between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The official update currently applies specifically to flights FZ855 and FZ856 scheduled for October 8.
Passengers booked on the affected services are advised to review their reservation status directly through the airline’s official channels and check any alternative travel arrangements that may be available, including rebooking options or other solutions offered to affected customers.
Travellers with upcoming flydubai services between Dubai and Riyadh are also encouraged to check their flight status before heading to the airport, particularly as further operational changes could be introduced if the current situation continues.
The development comes as several airlines make adjustments to selected services involving King Khalid International Airport, making it important for passengers with onward connections, hotel bookings or time-sensitive travel plans to verify their latest itinerary before departure.
At this stage, there is no official indication that flydubai has suspended all flights between Dubai and Riyadh. Any further changes will depend on operational conditions and additional updates issued by the airline.
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