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27 October 2025

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Riyadh Air Operates First Flight to London Heathrow

Supplied: Riyadh Air
Supplied: Riyadh Air

On 26 October 2025, Riyadh Air marked a major milestone as it commenced its first daily service to London Heathrow (LHR). This pivotal step is a direct realisation of Saudi Arabia’s ambition to connect to the world, strongly supporting Vision 2030.

These flights, operated aboard the designated Boeing 787-9 “Jamila”, are a core component of the airline’s Pathway to Perfect go-to-market plan and are designed to ensure unparalleled operational readiness. Available only to Riyadh Air employees and select guests, each flight will allow the airline to fine-tune every detail, guaranteeing a seamless, world-class travel experience ahead of full 2025 operations.

This follows the airline’s announcement on 8 October that Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, would commence its first daily flights to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on 26 October.

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