Riyadh Air is gearing up for a spectacular start.
There has been a noticeable increase in travel between the Middle East and the United Kingdom. And, with the surge in demand comes the need for more seats in the sky. That’s where Saudi Arabia’s upcoming airline, Riyadh Air, steps in with plans for flights between Riyadh and London.
Flights between Riyadh and London will launch on 26 October 2025. The carrier confirmed in an official announcement that the first flight will take off from Riyadh and land at London Heathrow Airport.
The airline intends to operate daily flights between Riyadh and London Heathrow using a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 288 seats, which it has named Jamila. Flights will depart Riyadh at 3.15am and land at London Heathrow at 7.30am. The return flights will depart London at 9.30am arriving back to the Saudi capital at 7.15pm.
Riyadh–Heathrow is clearly a strategic commercial choice. Riyadh Air is positioning itself as the world’s first digital-native airline. The airline promises a sleek and intelligent passenger experience from the moment you step on board. The designers have thoughtfully incorporated both luxury and traditional Saudi elements into each cabin. Expect indigo, sky blue, and peach tones inspired by Riyadh’s skyline and desert landscape.
The airline will offer four distinct cabins. Choose from Business Elite, featuring four ultra-exclusive seats in the front row. Plus, there are 24 Business Class seats; 39 Premium Economy seats; and 223 Economy seats.
Earlier, it was reported by Airport Coordination Limited, which manages the highly sought-after slots at London Heathrow, that Riyadh Air has secured take-off and landing rights. This is a significant milestone for the Saudi carrier. Details of Riyadh Air’s operations to Dubai and other regions have not yet been unveiled, but are expected to roll out soon.
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