US urges citizens to take 'extreme caution' when using airports in Saudi Arabia

The US State Department has urged their citizens to take "extreme caution" when travelling through airports in Saudi Arabia, amid renewed attacks. Its official account on X said it is "aware" of additional attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. "U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia require special authorization to use the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, as well as the airports in Jeddah and Dammam," the post read. "Please take extreme caution when using all major airports in Saudi Arabia. U.S. citizens should be aware of potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions." Saudi Arabia: The U.S. Mission is aware of additional attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and a targeted attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam on October 11. U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia require special authorization to use the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, as well as the airports in Jeddah and Dammam. Please take extreme caution when using all major airports in Saudi Arabia. U.S. citizens should be aware of potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions. We recommend checking your flight departure status directly with the airline and with the airport. Private car, train, and bus options may provide alternatives to air travel. More at: https://t.co/H8o3ylZ2wg — TravelGov (@TravelGov) October 11, 2026