Canceled flights due to Middle East tensions
Several international flights have been canceled amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East due to the Israel-Iran conflict.
In an advisory, flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) said the following flights have been cancelled 'due to the developing situation in the Middle East':
June 24, 2025
PR 684 Manila - Doha
PR 658/659 Manila - Dubai - Manila
PR 654/655 Manila - Riyadh - Manila
June 25, 2025
PR 685 Doha - Manila
PAL advised passengers to regularly check the status of their flights or check further advisories on its official Facebook page.
'We advise you not to proceed to the airport if your flight is cancelled, but instead avail of the rebooking options below,' the airline said.
PAL said affected passengers have the following options:
Rebook to another flight with available space within 60 days from the original flight, in the same booking class or higher within the same cabin class
Convert your ticket to Travel Credits equivalent to the unused base fare of your ticket. Voucher validity is one year from the date of issuance
Refund ticket without penalties, excluding Ticketing Service Charge.
—VAL, GMA Integrated News
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