Mecca's road infrastructure has also undergone major upgrades to accommodate increasing traffic and improve access to key religious sites.

Mecca airport, metro plans move forward

Saudi official outlines transport upgrades, including buses and road networks

Airfares soar as war disrupts jet fuel supply

Jet fuel costs and rerouted flights push ticket prices sharply higher across key routes

Fuel costs are the biggest factor in dictating how much more airlines will charge this year. So far, indications are that fuel costs are heading higher.

IndiGo hikes airfares again after jet fuel price surge

Fuel prices jump 130% as airline adjusts charges for domestic travel

IndiGo flights to the GCC and the Middle East will cost INR 3,000 (approx. Dh117.85) for journeys of up to 2,000 kms.

ICAO condemns Iran attacks over aviation safety risks

Airspace closures and flight rerouting disrupt global aviation networks

Aircraft are being forced to navigate controlled airspace routes as global aviation authorities step up safety measures after the US-Israel attack on Iran.

What 33 days of conflict did to Middle East air travel

Airspace closures, reroutes, and airline waivers have redrawn travel across the region

Due to ongoing regional airspace disruptions, UAE carriers have adjusted schedules across major airports.

JetBlue raises checked bag fees by as much as $9

Airline cites soaring jet fuel prices from Iran conflict for higher baggage costs

FILE - A Jet Blue Airlines jet pushes back from a gate at the Pittsburgh International Airport in Imperial, Pa., Feb. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

IndiGo appoints IATA’s Walsh as CEO

Global aviation veteran to lead IndiGo through next phase of expansion

Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director-General.

Flying in April? Emirates guidance for Dubai travellers

Emirates guides passengers flying to and from Dubai between February 28 and April 30

Flight disrupted? Emirates guide to rebooking and refunds in April

Air India group to operate 20 GCC flights on March 30

Scheduled and non-scheduled services connect UAE, Muscat and Jeddah to India

Services include Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kozhikode and Mangalore. [Illustrative image]

PIA touches down in London after six-year hiatus

Pakistan carrier resumes Islamabad-Heathrow flights, boosting UK-Pakistan connectivity

PIA resumes direct flights from Islamabad to London n Sunday after six years of suspension.

Flights gradually resume at Abu Dhabi airports

Abu Dhabi airports demonstrate operational readiness and ensures business continuity

Coordinated response sees flights restart as Abu Dhabi showcases aviation resilience

Oman government announces full acquisition of SalamAir

Oman takes full control of SalamAir while keeping both airlines independent

Full takeover expected to improve finances of SalamAir, Oman Air and service firms

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