Riyadh Air Opens Tickets Sales for Flights Between Riyadh and London Heathrow

Riyadh Air has announced the opening of ticket sales for service between Riyadh and London Heathrow, with the inaugural flight scheduled to depart on July 1st, 2026.  The route will be operated with a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.

Riyadh Air Opens Public Ticket Sales for New Route Between Riyadh and London Heathrow - Courtesy Riyadh Air

On Tuesday (May 19, 2026), Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, announced the opening of ticket sales for flights between Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and London Heathrow (LHR).  Starting on July 1st, 2026, the new route will be operated with a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.  Guests are also encouraged to become ‘Founding Members’ of the airline’s loyalty program, Sfeer, ensuring a Best Offer Guarantee and free Wi-fi while earning rewards from their very first flight.  Riyadh Air has operated daily flights to London Heathrow’s Terminal 4 since October 26, 2025, utilizing the airline’s technical spare ‘Jamila’ as part of their Pathway to Perfect operational readiness program.

In Tuesday’s announcement, Riyadh Air’s CEO, Tony Douglas, said,

“Today marks a truly exciting milestone for Riyadh Air as we introduce our new aircraft and signature premium experience on our established London route.  It demonstrates our deep commitment to delivering a truly world-class journey for our guests, one that blends exceptional comfort, cutting-edge technology and our distinctive Saudi 'Hafawa' hospitality from the moment they step on board.

“Connecting Saudi Arabia with the UK directly and beyond through our growing network of global destinations including Jeddah, Cairo and Dubai, sits at the very heart of what we are building at Riyadh Air and the Kingdom’s ambitions under Vision 2030.  We look forward to welcoming our guests aboard to experience the future of air travel.”

Riyadh Air flight RX401 will depart Riyadh at 02:35 and will arrive in London Heathrow at 07:30. The return flight, RX402, departs London at 09:35 ad touches down back in Riyadh at 18:05 (all times local).   

Riyadh Air's new 787-9 Dreamliners offer a four-class configuration, with Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy and Economy, each designed to deliver exceptional comfort and cutting-edge technology.  This includes Bluetooth audio connectivity and traditional physical audio jacks at every seat, across all classes.  Business Elite and Business guests will enjoy a fully flat-bed in a 1-2-1 layout, with AC Power USB-C and USB-A charging and immersive high-fidelity sound delivered directly into the headrests.  Premium Economy’s 2-3-2 layout features privacy headrest wings, additional storage, expandable surfaces, four USB-C charging points, while Economy offers 6-way adjustable headrests and two USB-C charging points in a 3-3-3 configuration.

Guests traveling on Riyadh Air’s 787-9 Dreamliners will also experience one of the world’s most modern in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems, offering a rich selection of over 500 movies and 600 TV series from partners like Shahid, Disney+, HBO Max, and Warner Bros.  This will be complemented by 1,000 audio albums and playlists, via Panasonic Avionics’ innovative Astrova IFE system, which delivers pioneering technology including 'mobile-first' connectivity, cinema-quality visuals, wireless listening via Bluetooth® and USB-C charging.

Additionally, Riyadh Air guests will experience restorative Saudi-made Kayanee in-flight products, with bespoke Disney amenity kits for younger travelers, the finest in-flight dining experience, luxurious bedding by John Horsfall and a customized wellness journey that touches all five senses to ensure a peaceful flight.  Guests traveling in Business Elite and Business will receive exclusive Kayanee loungewear, while Premium Economy guests will be treated to a Kayanee loungewear top, ensuring every guest arrives feeling refreshed.

Source: Riyadh Air