CEBU PACIFIC has extended the cancellation of its flights between Manila and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, until Oct. 31 amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
“CEB continues to closely monitor and assess developments in the Middle East amid the escalating security situation in the region,” the budget carrier said in a statement on Wednesday.
The extension follows reported attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia, for which Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility.
“The safety and well-being of our passengers and crew remain our priority. CEB has taken the decision to cancel flights to and from Riyadh scheduled until Oct. 31, 2026,” the airline said.
Cebu Pacific initially cancelled its Manila-Riyadh flights scheduled from Oct. 9 to 13.
The carrier said affected passengers may choose among free rebooking, conversion of their bookings into a travel fund, or a refund.
It said further flight adjustments may be necessary depending on developments in the Middle East.
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines has also suspended its flights to and from Riyadh until Nov. 29.
Cebu Air, Inc., the operator of Cebu Pacific, reported a second-quarter attributable net loss of P5.49 billion, reversing an attributable net income of P8.51 billion in the same period last year, as expenses outpaced revenue growth.
Shares in Cebu Air fell by 35 centavos, or 1.47%, to close at P23.50 apiece on Wednesday. — Ashley Erika O. Jose