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Delta’s Riyadh Flights Are So Empty That The Airline Is Basically Giving Away Seats

In late 2025, Deltaannounced plans to launch nonstop flightsbetween Atlanta (ATL) and Riyadh (RUH), with Delta CEO Ed Bastian recently claiming that Saudi Arabia is one of his favorite places that he has been in a very long time.The airline is partnering with Riyadh Air, but beyond that, the company is obviously chasing subsidies, given thatSaudi Arabia is paying airlines to fly to Riyadh.

One Mile at a TimeOne Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig6 Aug

Riyadh Air Launches Three Employment-Linked Scholarship Programs

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier and a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, has announced the launch of three additional employment-linked scholarship programs under the “Wa’ed” track of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program. Delivered in collaboration with leading specialized educational institutions in the United States, the initiative reflects the airline’s commitment to developing Saudi talent and preparing national capabilities in high-demand aviation disciplines that support the future of the Kingdom’s aviation sector.

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Riyadh Air Launches Kuala Lumpur Service, Establishing its First Gateway into Southeast Asia

Riyadh Air, the Kingdom’s new national carrier, has celebrated the launch of its inaugural service between Riyadh and Kuala Lumpur, establishing its first gateway into Southeast Asia. The inaugural event was celebrated in both cities, kicking off at the check-in at King Khalid International Airport (RUH) with airline and airport executives, and continued at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by H.E. Osamah Dakhel Al-Ahmadi Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to Malaysia; YBhg. Dato’ Seri Jana Muniayan Secretary General of Malaysia’s Ministry of Transport; YBhg. Dato’ Mohd Ghani, Managing Director of Malaysia Airports; Vincent Coste, Chief Commercial Officer of Riyadh Air along with senior airport and government officials.

Breaking Travel NewsBreaking Travel News3 Aug

My Riyadh Air 787 Business Class Flight: Did It Live Up To The Hype?

Hello from Spain, as I just flew Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 business class on the six hour flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Madrid (MAD), as I continue the return portion of my review trip. Obviously I was very much looking forward to this flight, given that Riyadh Air recently launched commercial operations, has huge growth plans, and has promised to be premium, with an obsessive attention to detail.

One Mile at a TimeOne Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig31 Jul

Saudia Cargo and Riyadh Cargo Establish Interline Agreement

Saudia Cargo, Saudi Arabia’s leading national air cargo carrier, and Riyadh Cargo, the freight division of the Kingdom’s new national carrier Riyadh Air, a wholly-owned Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, today announced the signing of an interline agreement that will strengthen cargo connectivity, expand network reach, and provide customers with greater access through Saudi Arabia to international markets.

Breaking Travel NewsBreaking Travel News30 Jul

Riyadh Air Launches RX Pay: Its New Branded Card That Rewards Guests Everywhere They Go

Riyadh Air has launched RX Pay, its suite of branded cards issued with leading Saudi Banks, giving guests a simpler, more rewarding way to pay every day. RX Pay carries Riyadh Air’s signature hospitality beyond the journey — rewarding guests for the way they already live, shop, and travel. RX Pay marks a new chapter for the airline. Rather than placing its name on a bank’s product, Riyadh Air has created a card in partnership with the leading Saudi Banks that is unmistakably its own — shaped end to end by the airline, so every reward and every detail is designed around the guest. Leading Saudi banks issue, the card as trusted partners, and Mastercard brings the security and global acceptance guests know and trust.

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Riyadh Air firms up order for six more Airbus A350-1000, bringing total commitment to 31

Riyadh Air has firmed an order for six additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, increasing its total firm commitment for the long-haul widebody to 31 jets, Airbus said on July 20 at the Farnborough International Airshow. The deal converts part of Riyadh Air’s earlier plan for up to 50 A350-1000s, first announced in June 2025, into a larger firm order. Airbus […]

Travel RadarTravel Radar•Oluwaferanmi Ogunsemowo23 Jul

Is Delta Really Going To Fly Empty Planes To Saudi Arabia?

In late 2025, Delta announced plans to launch nonstop flights between Atlanta (ATL) and Riyadh (RUH), with Delta CEO Ed Bastian recently claiming that Saudi Arabia is one of his favorite places that he has been in a very long time. The airline is partnering with Riyadh Air, but beyond that, the company is obviously chasing subsidies, given that Saudi Arabia is paying airlines to fly to Riyadh.

One Mile at a TimeOne Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig21 Jul

Riyadh Air Commits to Purchase 28 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Adds 787-10 to Future Fleet

Riyadh Air Commits to Purchase 28 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Adds 787-10 to Future Fleet Saudi carrier will exercise options for 28 787 Dreamliner jets from 2023 order and convert 20 options to largest 787 Dreamliner variant  Riyadh Air has taken delivery of six 787-9 jets and currently serves six cities  Agreement reaffirms Riyadh Air’s plan to operate to over 100 global destinations by 2030, powered by a growing next-generation fleet  FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Riyadh Air, the new […] The post Riyadh Air Commits to Purchase 28 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Adds 787-10 to Future Fleet first appeared on PLANEtalking .

PLANEtalkingPLANEtalking•Flight Crew20 Jul
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Riyadh Air firms up order for six additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft

Farnborough, United Kingdom, 20 July 2026 – Riyadh Air, the new premium international airline based in Saudi Arabia, has firmed up an order for six additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, increasing its total firm commitment for the type to 31 aircraft. The agreement forms part of the airline’s original commitment for up to 50 A350-1000s announced […] The post Riyadh Air firms up order for six additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft first appeared on PLANEtalking .

PLANEtalkingPLANEtalking•Flight Crew20 Jul