King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh partially reopened on October 18, 2026, under strict prior-permission requirements from Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation after repeated Houthi missile and drone strikes forced a closure from October 10. Limited domestic operations by Saudia and flynas resumed on October 21, but most international carriers have extended suspensions through late October or November, citing security risks, insurance concerns, and regulatory advisories. A further attack on Dammam airport on October 21 underscored the broader threat environment. Full schedules with 50+ daily departures remain blocked by ongoing NOTAM restrictions and airline caution, with resumption timelines dependent on sustained de-escalation and removal of operational limits.