Singapore’s national carrier has suspended selected services to the Middle East following escalating military tensions in the region, affecting travellers bound for Dubai and Jeddah.
In a public advisory shared on social media platform X, Singapore Airlines confirmed that flights SQ494 and SQ495 operating between Singapore and Dubai will not run from Feb. 28 to Mar. 7, 2026. The airline cited the “geopolitical situation in the Middle East” as the reason for the cancellations.
The move comes after a series of airstrikes involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which have heightened security concerns across regional airspace and prompted airlines worldwide to review flight paths and operational risks.
Dubai services among 16 flights affected
According to reports by The Straits Times, a total of 16 Singapore Airlines flights are impacted during the stated period. The cancelled services include outbound and inbound routes between Singapore and Dubai, one of the airline’s key gateways in the Gulf region.
Dubai is a major aviation and financial hub, with Dubai International Airport serving as a transit point for passengers travelling to Europe, Africa and the Middle East. The suspension is therefore likely to disrupt not only leisure travel but also business trips, corporate travel insurance claims and connecting itineraries.
Travellers scheduled to fly on the affected services are advised to check their booking status online. Singapore Airlines has directed customers to its official Flight Status page for real-time updates, adding that the situation remains fluid and further adjustments may be necessary depending on developments on the ground.
Scoot cancels Jeddah flights as tensions escalate
Budget carrier Scoot, a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, has also cancelled two flights operating between Singapore and Jeddah — TR596 and TR597 — within the same timeframe.
Jeddah, located in Saudi Arabia, is an important destination for both business and religious travel. With regional tensions ongoing, airlines are prioritising passenger safety and operational security, including compliance with aviation insurance requirements and international airspace regulations.
In its advisory, Singapore Airlines apologised to affected customers for the inconvenience caused and reiterated that safety remains its top priority. Passengers may be eligible for rebooking options, refunds or travel credit, depending on fare type and ticket conditions.
As global markets monitor oil prices and regional stability, aviation analysts say airlines may continue adjusting flight schedules if the security situation does not stabilise. For Singapore-based travellers planning Middle East trips in the coming weeks, checking travel advisories and securing comprehensive travel insurance coverage is strongly recommended.