Philippine Airlines (PAL) has issued an updated travel advisory announcing the cancellation of several flights to and from the Middle East. These adjustments are being made in response to ongoing regional developments, with the primary goal of ensuring the safety and security of all passengers, crew members, and ground personnel.
The following flights scheduled between March 8 and March 12, 2026, have been cancelled:
| Date | Flight Numbers | Route |
| March 8 (Sun) | PR 684/685, PR 654/655, PR 658/659 | Doha, Riyadh, Dubai |
| March 9 (Mon) | PR 684/685, PR 654/655, PR 658/659 | Doha, Riyadh, Dubai |
| March 10 (Tue) | PR 684/685, PR 654/655 | Doha, Riyadh |
| March 11 (Wed) | PR 684/685, PR 658/659 | Doha, Dubai |
| March 12 (Thu) | PR 685 | Doha-Manila |
Options for Affected Passengers
Philippine Airlines understands the inconvenience these necessary changes may cause and is offering the following relief options for affected travelers:
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Rebooking: Passengers may rebook their flights on the next available flight with available space.
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Refunds: Full refunds are available for passengers who choose not to reroute their travel, in accordance with PAL’s existing disruption policies.
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Travel Credits: Options to convert the ticket value into a travel voucher for future use.
PAL strongly advises all passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport. Real-time updates are available via:
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Official Website: www.philippineairlines.com
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PAL Mobile App: Available on iOS and Android.
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Flight Help Page: PAL Flight Disruptions Link “Safety remains our highest priority,” a PAL spokesperson stated. “We are closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East and will provide further updates as more information becomes available. We sincerely appreciate the patience and understanding of our passengers during this period.”
For further assistance, passengers may contact PAL Customer Support or visit any PAL ticket office.
