Three International Flights Cancelled at Lahore Airport Over Security and Technical Issues
LAHORE, November 10, 2026: Three international flights from Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport were cancelled on Monday, November 9, disrupting scheduled departures to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Türkiye.
According to The Nation, airport sources attributed the cancellations to security concerns and technical problems.
The affected flights were scheduled to depart for Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Istanbul.
Which International Flights Were Cancelled at Lahore Airport?
The cancellations involved three international airlines operating from Lahore.
| Flight Number | Airline | Destination | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| XY318 | Flynas | Riyadh | Security concerns |
| PF796 | AirSial | Abu Dhabi | Technical fault |
| TK745 | Turkish Airlines | Istanbul | Technical issue |
Flight XY318, scheduled to depart for Riyadh, was reportedly cancelled because of security concerns.
Meanwhile, AirSial flight PF796 to Abu Dhabi and Turkish Airlines flight TK745 to Istanbul were cancelled following reported technical problems.
Airport sources did not provide additional details about the nature of the security concerns or technical faults.
Were Lahore Airport Flights Cancelled Because of Smog?
Although Lahore has experienced serious air pollution during November, the November 9 cancellations were not attributed to smog or poor visibility.
The reasons reported by airport sources were security concerns and aircraft-related technical issues.
Travellers should therefore avoid assuming that every flight cancellation during the winter season is caused by weather conditions.
What Should Affected Passengers Do?
Passengers whose flights were cancelled should contact their respective airlines to confirm their available options.
Depending on the airline’s booking conditions and the circumstances of cancellation, these may include rebooking or requesting a refund.
Affected travellers should:
- Check their flight status using the airline’s official website or application.
- Contact the airline before travelling to the airport.
- Ask about alternative flights and available refunds.
- Retain booking confirmations and cancellation notifications.
- Confirm updated departure arrangements directly with the airline.
Refund and rebooking eligibility depends on the applicable airline policies and passenger rights.
Are International Flights Operating Normally From Lahore?
The reported cancellations involved three specific departures on November 9.
The available reports do not establish that Lahore Airport was completely closed or that all international flights were suspended.
Passengers travelling from Lahore should verify their individual flight status before departure.