Over 110,000 passengers request refunds after more than 90 Gulf-bound flights cancelled

ISLAMABAD: More than 110,000 passengers have sought refunds following the cancellation of over 90 flights to Gulf countries from airports across Pakistan, according to a report in The Express Tribune.

The cancellations have affected travelers nationwide, with flights to destinations in the Gulf region being suspended. The disruptions have led to a significant number of passengers requesting their money back for tickets purchased prior to the cancellations.

As per the report, the cancellations have impacted major airports throughout the country. The affected passengers had booked flights with the intention of traveling to Gulf states, but the ongoing situation has forced airlines to halt operations on these routes.

Authorities have not provided further details regarding the reasons behind the mass cancellations or the specific airlines involved. However, the scale of the disruption is evident from the large number of refund requests submitted by affected travelers.

There is also no information on whether alternative arrangements are being made for the stranded passengers.

The situation has caused inconvenience for those planning to travel to Gulf countries for work, family visits, or other purposes. The aviation sector is reportedly working to address the concerns of passengers and process refunds as quickly as possible.