Riyadh Air (RX), the Middle East’s newest airline, has secured regulatory approval from China to launch nonstop international flights to Beijing and Shanghai.
Riyadh Air Boeing 787
Riyadh Air introduced bookings for Kuala Lumpur, Dhaka, and Malaga on June 29, 2026, giving passengers access to 3 additional international destinations.
Riyadh Air (RX) has officially taken delivery of its first two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, marking a major milestone ahead of the Saudi startup carrier’s commercial launch next month.
Air India and Riyadh Air sign MoU for codeshare and interline links across India, Saudi Arabia, and global routes.
Riyadh Air has opened full public sales for daily flights between Riyadh and London Heathrow, with the new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner service starting 1 July 2026.
Riyadh Air files for US operating authority with the DOT as the Saudi startup awaits first aircraft deliveries ahead of launch.
Virgin Atlantic permanently cancels its London Heathrow–Riyadh route after just one year, citing Middle East unrest and overcrowded competition.
Riyadh Air (RX) announces daily nonstop flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) on state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Saudi Arabia is moving closer to its ambition of becoming a global logistics gateway as Riyadh Air (RX) formally launches its dedicated cargo brand, Riyadh Cargo.
Riyadh Air (RX), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s emerging national carrier, has signed a long-term partnership with Lufthansa Technik as part of its operational launch strategy for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet during the Dubai Airshow.