Saudi Arabia launches aviation medicine training programme
Thu, 18 Jun 2026
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), in collaboration with the Public Health Authority (Weqaya), has launched a foundational training course in aviation medicine aimed at strengthening expertise and professional qualifications in the specialised field.
Riyadh Air joins IATA amid rapid expansion
Wed, 17 Jun 2026
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA) following the launch of its inaugural flights to London and Jeddah, marking a milestone in its global expansion strategy.
Qiddiya announces 30-court world-class National Tennis Centre
Tue, 16 Jun 2026
Qiddiya Investment Company has announced the National Tennis Centre – a world-class sports and entertainment landmark -- will position Saudi Arabia as a future hub for international tennis, local grass roots participation and year-round community play.
AMAALA welcomes first guests as Four Seasons Resort opens
Mon, 15 Jun 2026
Red Sea Global (RSG) has officially second flagship destination, AMAALA, welcoming its first guests with the opening of Four Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay on Saudi Arabia’s northwestern Red Sea coast.
Saudi Arabia, Ireland sign air transport cooperation agreement
Mon, 15 Jun 2026
Saudi Arabia and Ireland have taken a step toward strengthening aviation ties after signing a record of discussions on air transport services between the two countries.
Riyadh Air takes off on first domestic route to Jeddah
Mon, 15 Jun 2026
Riyadh Air launched its first domestic route between Riyadh and Jeddah on June 15, marking a key step in expanding its Kingdom-wide network, with flight frequencies set to increase from two daily services to four from July 2.
Saudi Arabia, Indonesia expand tourism ties
Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Saudi Arabia and Indonesia reaffirmed tourism cooperation during a meeting in Toledo, Spain, focusing on boosting visitor flows, enhancing Hajj and Umrah experiences, and expanding leisure travel under their existing tourism partnership agreement.
flynas to start Jeddah–Rabat flights on July 4
Sun, 14 Jun 2026
flynas will launch direct flights between Jeddah and Rabat on July 4, becoming the first Saudi airline to operate the route and expanding air connectivity and travel options between Saudi Arabia and Morocco.
New direct air route links Al-Ahsa, Turkey’s Rize–Artvin Airport
Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Turkish Airlines and Al Ghazal Travel and Tourism Agency are set to launch direct flights between Al-Ahsa International Airport in Saudi Arabia and Rize–Artvin Airport in Türkiye.
Saudi Arabia, France sign joint action programme to advance tourism cooperation
Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Saudi Arabia and France have signed a joint action programme to deepen tourism cooperation, focusing on investment, sustainability, innovation, workforce development, data sharing and destination marketing, following high-level talks on the sidelines of the UN Tourism Executive Council.
Riyadh Air launches inaugural flight to London Heathrow
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's new national carrier and a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), launched its inaugural flight, RX401, from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh to London Heathrow Airport on Wednesday.
Saudi Arabia launches PPP tender for new Taif airport project
Wed, 10 Jun 2026
Saudi Arabia's Matarat Holding and the National Center for Privatisation & PPP (NCP) have issued request for proposals (RFP) to qualified bidders for the development of the new Taif International Airport project. A PPP project, it will be implemented under a Build-Transfer-Operate (BTO) model.
Jayasom to open inaugural property at AMAALA soon
Wed, 10 Jun 2026
Jayasom, a global integrative wellness hospitality brand, will open its inaugural flagship property at AMAALA on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast in the coming months.
Riyadh Air opens ticket sales for daily Riyadh - Dubai service
Mon, 08 Jun 2026
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, on Monday announced the opening of ticket sales for daily flights between Dubai and Riyadh - a key addition to its growing network.
RSG completes modernisation of AlWajh International Airport
Mon, 08 Jun 2026
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has completed the modernisation of AlWajh International Airport (EJH) located in northwest Saudi Arabia.
Saudia tops global on-time performance in May 2026
Sun, 07 Jun 2026
Saudia ranked first globally for on-time performance in May 2026, achieving 92.30% on-time departures and 90.12% arrivals, according to Cirium, while operating 13,669 flights across more than 100 destinations worldwide.
Saudia, Myanmar Airways agree special prorate deal
Sun, 07 Jun 2026
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, announced a Special Prorate Agreement (SPA) with Myanmar Airways International, expanding travel options between Saudi Arabia and Myanmar.
Riyadh Air’s first two Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets land in Saudi capital
Fri, 05 Jun 2026
Boeing and Riyadh Air have announced that the new carrier’s first two passenger airplanes, 787 Dreamliners, were delivered and arrived in Riyadh, a milestone for the airline as it prepares to launch commercial service.
Saudia advances fleet expansion with 12 aircraft deliveries in 2026
Mon, 01 Jun 2026
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, continues its fleet expansion through ongoing planned deliveries of 12 new aircraft throughout 2026, reinforcing its long-term transformation strategy focused on growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced global connectivity.
1.7 million pilgrims perform Hajj this season
Wed, 27 May 2026
The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) of Saudi Arabia announced on Wednesday that the total number of pilgrims for the 1447 AH Hajj season reached 1,707,301.
Saudia receives first Airbus A321XLR in Middle East and Africa
Tue, 26 May 2026
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has welcomed its first Airbus A321XLR, becoming the first airline in the Middle East and Africa to take delivery of the extra long-range narrow-body aircraft.