Chinese Airlines Resume Some Flights to the Middle East

Several Chinese airlines have begun resuming limited flights to the Middle East following disruptions caused by regional tensions and temporary airspace closures.

China’s civil aviation authorities announced that select routes are gradually being restored as airlines assess safety conditions and coordinate with regional aviation authorities.

Air China has scheduled a series of round‑trip flights between Beijing Capital International Airport and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, operating daily services for several days in early March. The airline has also restarted limited flights between Beijing and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.

China Southern Airlines has resumed a round‑trip flight between Guangzhou and Riyadh to help bring back stranded passengers and crew members. Meanwhile, Hainan Airlines previously operated special flights between Haikou and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia to assist travelers affected by earlier cancellations.

The first Chinese flight to resume service to the Middle East after the disruption was an Air China flight from Beijing to Riyadh. The aircraft departed from Beijing Capital International Airport and landed at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, marking an important step in restoring connections between China and the region. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Following the earlier suspension of services, several Chinese airlines also introduced flexible ticket policies, allowing passengers to change travel plans or receive refunds for flights to cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Riyadh.

Airlines worldwide have been adjusting schedules due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and airspace restrictions across parts of the Middle East. The gradual return of flights is expected to help reconnect travelers and support the recovery of international aviation routes in the region.