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SriLankan Airlines suspends Dammam–Colombo flights until Oct. 18
Oct 12, 202602:45 PM
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SriLankan Airlines suspends Dammam–Colombo flights until Oct. 18
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SriLankan Airlines has announced the suspension of all flights between Dammam, Saudi Arabia, and Colombo until October 18, 2026, citing the prevailing security situation in the region.

 

In a statement, the airline said the decision had been taken in view of the current security conditions, adding that the safety and security of passengers and crew remain its highest priority.

 

The airline said flight services would resume once the situation had been assessed and conditions were deemed suitable for commercial flight operations.

 

Passengers seeking further information may contact the airline’s hotline on 1979 within Sri Lanka or +94 11 777 1979 for international calls. Assistance is also available via WhatsApp at +94 74 444 1979 (chat only), through travel agents, or via the airline’s official website, www.srilankan.com.

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