Riyadh Air’s long-awaited nonstop service to London Heathrow is opening to the public.
Tickets for the Riyadh-to-London route became available for purchase by members of the general public for the first time on Tuesday. Fully public, regularly scheduled flights operated with a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner will commence July 1, officials said.
Riyadh Air launched its inaugural route to London Heathrow in October 2025, but so far only airline officials and their families have been able to use it.
The airline operates from King Khalid International Airport. It is Saudi Arabia’s second flag carrier, after Jeddah-based Saudia.
“Today marks a truly exciting milestone for Riyadh Air as we introduce our new aircraft and signature premium experience on our established London route,” CEO Tony Douglas said in a news release. “It demonstrates our deep commitment to delivering a truly world-class journey for our guests, one that blends exceptional comfort, cutting-edge technology, and our distinctive Saudi ‘Hafawa’ hospitality from the moment they step on board.”
While still in its start-up phase, Riyadh Air is looking to add over 100 cities to its network by 2030. Confirmed future destinations include Jeddah, Cairo, and Dubai. Locations such as Paris, Madrid, and Manchester are reportedly under consideration.
Riyadh Air is also seeking permission from the Department of Transportation to begin commercial flights to the U.S. It has not said what destinations it is looking to serve.
