Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier and a PIF company, unveiled the addition of five new destinations to its network, following the delivery of the first three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
With new routes to Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid, and Manchester, Riyadh Air said that this expansion aligns with its strategy to boost air connectivity between the Saudi capital and major international hubs for commerce, tourism, and cultural heritage.
The airline also noted that new destinations will join its network in the upcoming weeks, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
The new addition builds on Riyadh Air‘s operational milestones, bolstered by the arrival of the third Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft on Monday, June 8, reinforcing its operational readiness and furthering its objective to connect Riyadh with over 100 global destinations by 2030.
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Flights to Jeddah will start on June 14, followed by Dubai on June 18, and Cairo on June 25, while services to Madrid and Manchester will launch on July 17 and July 23, respectively.
Riyadh Air also announced the advancement of its inaugural flight to London, rescheduled from July 1 to June 10, 2026, due to the early delivery of its new fleet. Ticket sales will commence via official channels starting this evening.
On this occasion, Riyadh Air’s CEO Tony Douglas said that the launch of the new destinations marks a pivotal milestone for the airline, highlighting accelerated progress and ambition to redefine the air travel experience.
It also enhances the Kingdom’s global connectivity, in line with the objectives of the national aviation program and Vision 2030, he added.
Riyadh Air boasts a modern fleet featuring cabins equipped with cutting-edge technology and elevated onboard amenities, as well as a variety of top-notch hospitality services to ensure a comprehensive travel experience.
