Saudia Airlines launched its first fully internet-enabled flight as part of a pilot phase aimed at testing the service and gathering feedback from passengers and users.
Red Sea Global announced the arrival of the first direct European flight to Red Sea International Airport, marking a new milestone in the development of Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector and its global connectivity, in alignment with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Building on Emirates’ 30th anniversary of operations to Kenya, the world’s largest international airline, has announced a third daily flight to Nairobi, commencing March 1, 2026.
Riyadh Air has partnered with Saudi wellbeing brand Kayanee to enhance in-flight comfort for its Business Elite, Business, and Premium Economy passengers. The collaboration will provide specially designed amenity kits and loungewear to refresh and rejuvenate guests throughout their journey.
Air Arabia, a low-cost carrier operator, has announced the start of its weekly non-stop flight between Ras Al Khaimah and Yekaterinburg, Russia.
Queen Alia International Airport welcomed Eurowings' inaugural flight from Stuttgart to Amman, marking the airline's first direct route to Jordan.
Riyadh Air launched its inaugural flight to London Heathrow on October 26, using a Boeing 787-9 named “Jamila.” This flight is part of the “Pathway to Perfect” plan, ensuring operational readiness and efficiency ahead of commercial flights.
Salalah Airport has welcomed the inaugural scheduled flight of the Italian airline Neos, arriving from Rome via Milan. This marks the launch of a direct, regular air route between the two destinations, with one flight per week during the 2025-2026 winter tourism season.
Qatar Airways marked the launch of three non-stop weekly flights between Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Qatar and Hail International Airport (HAS), its 13th destination in Saudi Arabia.
SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost carrier, operated its inaugural flight from Muscat to Port Sudan, marking the first time an Omani airline has served this route. With this service, SalamAir becomes the first GCC airline to offer direct flights to Sudan, strengthening connectivity between Oman and Northeast Africa.
