PAL to temporarily suspend flights to Abu Dhabi starting July 8

Philippine Airlines has announced the temporary suspension of its flights to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates as the flag carrier conducts route assessment initiatives.

PAL said that flights to and from Abu Dhabi (PR 656/657 Tuesdays/Thursdays/Saturdays) are suspended from July 8 this year until further notice.

"PAL is seeking the kind understanding of affected passengers as the airline implements these operational adjustments," it said in a press statement.

Ticket holders dated July 8 and onward have an option to either refund their tickets or rebook their flights to the Manila - Dubai route where they will be transported by PAL to Abu Dhabi and vice versa.

PAL advised affected passengers to avail any of the said options within 30 days from their original flight dates without any rebooking or refund charges.

The airline will also communicate with affected passengers via email or call-out.

It will likewise notify the public once the service resumes. —Joseph Tristan Roxas/LBG, GMA News