ITA Airways Pushes Riyadh and Dubai Restarts Into 2027

ROME, Nov. 9, 2026 — ITA Airways has pushed its return to the Gulf into the new year. All Riyadh flights are now suspended until Jan. 7, 2027, and Dubai flights until Jan. 30, 2027, according to an updated Middle East schedule round-up published Monday by The National. Rome–Tel Aviv has resumed, though at reduced frequency.

Where ITA stands

Route	Status
Rome–Riyadh	Suspended until Jan. 7, 2027
Rome–Dubai	Suspended until Jan. 30, 2027
Rome–Tel Aviv	Resumed, reduced frequency

Dates still moving

Gulf News’ same-day tracker still listed earlier ITA dates — Riyadh until Nov. 18 and Dubai until Nov. 30. The later dates in The National’s update appear to be the extension, but confirm on ITA’s own site before travelling. The National links the airspace disruption to the Iran war; Saudi airports have also been hit by Houthi attacks in recent weeks, and at least 25 airlines have suspended or cut back Saudi service, according to House of Saud.

What it means for non-revs

No ITA option to Riyadh or Dubai until late January at the earliest. Holiday-season Gulf trips will need another carrier.
Rome–Tel Aviv flights are back but with fewer frequencies, so each remaining flight is likely to be fuller. Check loads before you list and have a backup day.
With two sources showing different dates, check ITA’s own site before listing.