Riyadh Air Route Map100+ destinations · 1 hub
Riyadh Air is Saudi Arabia's new flag carrier, launched in 2023 by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) as part of Saudi Vision 2030. Headquartered at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Riyadh Air launched commercial operations in 2025 with a fleet of 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and 60 Airbus A321neo aircraft on order. The airline plans to serve 100+ destinations by 2030, positioning Riyadh as a global aviation hub alongside Dubai and Doha.
100+
Destinations
132+
Fleet size
2023
Founded
Independent
Alliance
Network overview
Riyadh Air is Saudi Arabia's new flag carrier, launched in 2023 by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) as part of Saudi Vision 2030. Headquartered at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Riyadh Air launched commercial operations in 2025 with a fleet of 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and 60 Airbus A321neo aircraft on order. The airline plans to serve 100+ destinations by 2030, positioning Riyadh as a global aviation hub alongside Dubai and Doha.
Main hubs
Riyadh Air airline intelligence
Network strategy, booking tips, alliance benefits and operating profile — updated for 2026.
Carrier profile
Riyadh Air is a full-service carrier — fares typically include checked baggage, complimentary meals, and seat selection. Multiple cabin classes (economy, premium economy, business, sometimes first) give upgrade paths via cash or miles. Based in Saudi Arabia, and has been operating since 2023.
Network strategy
Riyadh Air runs a single-hub model centred on RUH — almost all long-haul flights route through this hub, so connection planning is straightforward and minimum-connection times are typically shorter than at multi-hub competitors.
Loyalty program
Riyadh Air is not part of a global alliance, so miles earned here usually stay within their own program. Check their direct frequent-flyer scheme for redemption sweet spots — un-allied carriers often offer steeper-discount award flights on their own metal.
Booking tips
For Riyadh Air fares, book 6-10 weeks out for short-haul Asian routes, 8-14 weeks out for long-haul. Premium-economy is often cheapest exactly at the 10-week mark. Award availability opens 330+ days in advance — set alerts and book early for peak-season redemptions.