Fri 11 September 2020:
Saudi Minister of Health Tawfiq Al-Rabiah said the decision to resume international flights will be subject to the extent of coronavirus spread and will be made after evaluating the situation.
“Accordingly, an appropriate decision will be taken based on the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman,” he said.
The minister made the remarks, during an interview with Al-Ekhbariya channel, while replying to a question about the date of the resumption of international flights. He said that the authorities are concerned with the safety of everyone.
“As long as there are still cases of coronavirus infection, precautions have to be taken to ensure the health and safety of all,” he added.
Saudi Arabia temporarily suspended all international flight services since March 15 as part of measures to combat the coronavirus pandemic. Earlier this month, Saudi Arabian Airlines cited requirements for travel to 25 countries.
The national carrier also announced seven conditions for the transport of passengers returning to the Kingdom on board its flights once the Kingdom lifts travel restrictions. The airline called on passengers to follow health instructions based on the directives issued by the Saudi health authorities.
