Riyadh Air has commenced daily flights between Riyadh and Dubai, adding the UAE city as its third scheduled destination.
The inaugural service, flight RX243, departs King Khalid International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh at 14:05 and arrives at Dubai International Airport (DXB) at 17:00 local time. The return service, flight RX244, departs Dubai at 18:30 and arrives in Riyadh at 19:20.
Riyadh Air stated that the Dubai service addresses demand for business and leisure travel between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
According to aviation analytics firm OAG, the Dubai–Riyadh route ranked as the seventh busiest international air corridor globally in 2025.
The new service strengthens connectivity between the two countries and provides passengers with additional travel options between the two cities.
The route will support onward connections through Riyadh to destinations including London and Manchester, with additional destinations across Asia expected to be announced as the airline expands its international network.
Riyadh Air aims to connect Saudi Arabia with 100 destinations by 2030, in line with its network development plans.
Passengers can book tickets through the Riyadh Air mobile application, the airline’s official website, and authorized travel agents.
Customers can also enroll in the airline’s Sfeer loyalty program, which offers benefits including reward points from the first flight, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a best-offer guarantee.
The Riyadh–Dubai route is operated using the airline’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, configured with four cabin classes: Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy.
The aircraft is equipped with Bluetooth audio connectivity and traditional audio jacks at every seat. Business Elite and Business Class feature fully flat-bed seats in a 1-2-1 configuration, while Premium Economy is arranged in a 2-3-2 configuration. The aircraft also provides AC power outlets and USB-C and USB-A charging ports across all cabins.
