Malaysia Airlines to briefly restart flights to Jeddah and Madinah from March 4–8, while Doha routes remain suspended

Malaysia Airlines to briefly restart flights to Jeddah and Madinah from March 4–8, while Doha routes remain suspended

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 — Malaysia Airlines will temporarily resume flights to Jeddah and Madinah from March 4–8, following a suspension from February 28 due to Middle East airspace closures.

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KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 — Malaysia Airlines will temporarily resume flights to Jeddah and Madinah from March 4–8, following a suspension from February 28 due to Middle East airspace closures.

Services to Doha will remain suspended until March 7 as the airline monitors the security situation, while other routes, including London and Paris, continue as scheduled via alternative paths.

Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) said affected passengers are being assisted with alternative arrangements and urged travelers to update their contact details for timely updates. The airline is taking extra precautions, including alternative flight paths and strengthened safety measures, to ensure passenger and crew safety. — Bernama

MAG said that as flights resume, Malaysia Airlines is taking proactive measures to safeguard operations, including using alternative flight paths to avoid affected regions. — Reuters pic

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