✈️ SriLankan Airlines Cancels Middle East Flights Due to Airspace Closure

SriLankan Airlines has announced the immediate cancellation of several key flights today (March 02, 2026), citing the continued closure of airspace in parts of the Middle East. The decision follows heightening regional uncertainty, with the carrier prioritizing passenger safety and operational wellbeing. • Affected Routes: The cancellations impact major hubs essential for migrant labor and transit, including: Dubai (UL225/226) Doha (UL217/218) Dammam (UL253/254) Riyadh (UL265/266) Kuwait (UL229/230) • Economic Context: Disruptions to Middle Eastern routes impact the aviation and tourism sectors, as well as the flow of remittances from the Middle East, which remains a primary source of foreign exchange for Sri Lanka. • Passenger Assistance: Travelers are advised to contact the global hotline at +94 11 777 1979 or via WhatsApp at +94 74 444 1979. Based on current provisional data, further updates depend on the reopening of regional corridors. 📈