{"id":143163,"date":"2026-05-19T21:15:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T15:45:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=143163"},"modified":"2026-05-19T21:09:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T15:39:27","slug":"riyadh-air-opens-public-sales-for-london-heathrow-flights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/19\/riyadh-air-opens-public-sales-for-london-heathrow-flights\/","title":{"rendered":"Riyadh Air Opens Public Sales for London Heathrow Flights with Boeing 787"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

RIYADH\u2014<\/strong> Riyadh Air (RX)<\/a>, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has opened full public sales for flights between Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). The new service begins on 1 July 2026 and will operate exclusively with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bookings opened today, 19 May 2026<\/strong>, through the Riyadh Air (RX) app, the airline’s website, and approved travel partners. The route links Riyadh (RUH) with London (LHR)<\/a>, connecting two G20 capital cities and strengthening a major economic corridor between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Riyadh Air<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Riyadh Air Begins Public Sales on London Route<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Riyadh Air has operated daily flights to London since 26 October 2025. These services used the airline’s technical spare aircraft, named “Jamila,” under its Pathway to Perfect operational readiness program. Tickets for Jamila flights to London Terminal 4 remain available through approved travel partners until 30 June 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From 1 July 2026<\/strong>, the Riyadh-London service moves fully to the airline’s new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners<\/a>. The aircraft features four cabin classes and signature premium interiors. Public sales for these flights are now open to all guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guests can also join Sfeer, the airline’s loyalty program, as Founding Members. Early enrollment provides a Best Offer Guarantee, complimentary onboard Wi-Fi, and rewards from the first flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air<\/strong>, said the launch marks a major milestone for the airline as it introduces its new aircraft and premium experience on the established London route. He stated the airline aims to deliver a world-class journey that combines comfort, technology, and Saudi “Hafawa” hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Douglas added that connecting Saudi Arabia with the UK and beyond sits at the heart of the airline’s plans and the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Riyadh Air<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Flight Schedule for the Riyadh-London Route<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Riyadh Air will operate the route daily in both directions. All times are local.<\/p>\n\n\n\n