Delta Air Lines announced on October 12, 2026, that it will postpone the launch of its flight service from Atlanta to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The decision follows recent attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Delta cited "evolving developments in the region" as the reason for the delay, stating that the service will now begin in March 2027.
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Delta Air Lines postpones Atlanta-to-Riyadh flight service due to Houthi attacks
Delta Air Lines has postponed its planned flight service from Atlanta to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, due to recent attacks on the airport by Houthi rebels. The airline has rescheduled the launch for March 2027, citing evolving developments in the region.
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