Riyadh Air has opened ticket sales for its new daily service between Dubai and Riyadh, with flights scheduled to begin on June 18, 2026, as the Saudi carrier expands its regional network and connectivity.
The new route will operate daily between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) using Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Flight RX0244 will depart Dubai at 6:30 PM and arrive in Riyadh at 7:20 PM, while flight RX0243 will depart Riyadh at 2:05 PM and arrive in Dubai at 5 PM, with all times local.
Tickets are available through the Riyadh Air app, the airline’s website, and travel agents. Passengers can also join Riyadh Air’s loyalty program, Sfeer, as Founding Members, gaining benefits including a Best Offer Guarantee, complimentary Wi-Fi and rewards from their first flight.
The Dubai-Riyadh service will support growing business and leisure travel demand between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, strengthening connectivity along one of the region’s busiest commercial corridors.
Riyadh Air stated that the route will also position Riyadh as a gateway for onward travel to destinations including London and Manchester, with additional Asian routes to be announced.
Riyadh Air offers premium comfort and cabin features
Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners feature a four-class configuration comprising Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy and Economy. All seats offer Bluetooth audio connectivity, traditional audio jacks and charging facilities.
Business Elite and Business cabins feature fully flat-bed seats in a 1-2-1 layout, while Premium Economy is configured in a 2-3-2 layout with enhanced privacy and storage features. Economy class offers a 3-3-3 configuration with adjustable headrests and USB-C charging.
In-flight entertainment
Passengers will have access to more than 500 movies, 600 television series, 1,000 audio albums and playlists through Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova in-flight entertainment system. Content partners include Shahid, Disney+, HBO Max and Warner Bros., with features such as Bluetooth connectivity, USB-C charging and high-definition displays.
Tony Douglas CEO Riyadh Air
“The launch of our new service to Dubai marks another milestone in our journey to connect Riyadh to the world, and the world to Riyadh. This route has been carefully selected to serve a key market for business, and onward connections to the rest of the world, aligning with our ambition to become a global airline and a significant contributor to Vision 2030. We look forward to welcoming our guests aboard to experience our distinctive Saudi hospitality as we connect these two great cities and continue to redefine the future of air travel.”
Onboard hospitality
Passengers will receive Saudi-made Kayanee amenities, while younger travellers will be offered Disney-themed amenity kits. Business Elite and Business passengers will receive Kayanee loungewear, while Premium Economy travelers will be provided with a Kayanee loungewear top. The airline said its onboard experience also includes premium dining, John Horsfall bedding and a wellness-focused service.
Sfeer loyalty program
Riyadh Air said that the members of its Sfeer loyalty program will receive benefits including a Best Offer Guarantee, complimentary onboard Wi-Fi, no points expiry and the ability to share points with family and friends.
The program also incorporates gamified features such as challenges and leaderboards, alongside access to exclusive partnerships and events. Early members joining Sfeer as part of ‘The Founders’ program will receive priority access to bookings on new routes and additional membership benefits.
