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.
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.
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.
Raffles debuts luxury corniche landmark in Jeddah
Thu, 21 May 2026
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced the debut of Raffles Jeddah, a new luxury landmark set along Jeddah’s historic Corniche, with bookings opening on May 25, 2026.
flyadeal expands European network for summer 2026
Wed, 13 May 2026
flyadeal has announced its summer 2026 programme, introducing services to Italy and the Czech Republic for the first time and resuming flights to three seasonal destinations from July 2026. The Saudi low-cost carrier will launch flights to Milan and Prague as part of its expanded European network.
GACA allocates dedicated lounges for Makkah Route Pilgrims
Sun, 26 Apr 2026
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has allocated specialised reception lounges at Jeddah and Madinah airports for pilgrims participating in the Makkah Route Initiative for the 2026 Hajj season.
Jeddah emerges as sports-tourism hub during AFC knockouts
Sun, 19 Apr 2026
Jeddah is witnessing a tourism surge while hosting the knockout stages of the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026, running until April 25, with strong attendance from fans across Asia.
flyadeal to launch flights from Jeddah to Dubai
Mon, 13 Apr 2026
flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s low-cost airline, is launching scheduled flights between Jeddah and Dubai, and reinstating services between the Saudi capital and Dubai, effective 15 April 2026.
Jazeera Airways announces resumption of Jeddah flights
Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Kuwaiti low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has announced the resumption of its flights to the Saudi port city of Jeddah via Qaisumah Airport (AQI), as part of the airline’s expanded dual-base operations. This route will support both passenger travel and the continued movement of essential goods.
Air India, Air India Express boost Mideast operations with 28 more flights
Mon, 23 Mar 2026
Leading Indian carriers - Air India and Air India Express - are operating 28 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to the Middle East. Of these, Air India will operate a return service each from Delhi and Mumbai, while Air India Express will fly one each from Bengaluru, Kozhikode and Mangalore.
Air India, Air India Express boost Jeddah, Muscat operations
Thu, 19 Mar 2026
Leading national carriers Air India and Air India Express are together operating 48 scheduled and non-scheduled flights, to and from the West Asia region today. Both carriers will continue their scheduled operations to Saudi port city Jeddah and Omani capital Muscat.
Air India, Air India Express to operate 48 Mideast flights
Sun, 15 Mar 2026
Indian carriers Air India and Air India Express are jointly operating 48 scheduled and non-scheduled flights, to and from the Middle East region on March 16. The duo will continue their scheduled operations to Jeddah and Omani capital Muscat including a total of 10 flights between India and the Saudi port city.
Saudia adds 20 flights between Riyadh, Jeddah, Red Sea destination
Sun, 15 Mar 2026
Saudia added 20 Eid Al-Fitr flights between Riyadh, Jeddah, and the Red Sea destination with Saudi Tourism Authority to promote tourism and sector growth, bringing the total number of flights in both directions to 44.
Air India, Air India Express boost West Asia operations with 80 flights
Sat, 14 Mar 2026
Leading Indian carriers Air India and Air India Express are jointly operating a total of 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region. Both these carriers continue to operate their respective scheduled services to and from Saudi port city Jeddah and Omani capital Muscat.
Air India, Air India Express to fly 78 flights from West Asia
Fri, 13 Mar 2026
Air India and Air India Express will together operate a total of 78 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region on March 13. Both these carriers continue to operate their respective scheduled services to and from Saudi port city Jeddah and Omani capital Muscat.
Air India, Air India Express maintain Jeddah–Muscat flights; add UAE services
Sun, 08 Mar 2026
Air India and Air India Express continue scheduled flights to Jeddah and Muscat as Saudi and Omani airspace remain open. Due to wider West Asia restrictions, both airlines added March 8 non-scheduled flights, including extra services between Delhi, Mumbai and Dubai, and 30 additional India–UAE flights.
Air India, AIE ramp up GCC operations with nearly 50 special flights
Sat, 07 Mar 2026
With airspace over Saudi Arabia and Oman open, Air India and Air India Express continue to operate scheduled flights to and from the kingdom's port city Jeddah and the sultanate's capital Muscat. To support guests stranded in the region, the duo will operate 43 flights across the region today (March 7).
King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah records busiest week
Wed, 04 Feb 2026
King Abdulaziz International Airport set traffic records in January 2026, handling 5.45 million passengers, up 7.3% year-on-year. Flights rose 11% to 29,200. The airport recorded its busiest week and day ever, serving 195,300 travellers and 1,089 flights, reflecting strong demand and operational efficiency overall performance.
JTTX international travel expo opens in Jeddah
Thu, 29 Jan 2026
JTTX, a leading international travel exhibition in Saudi Arabia, opened today at the Jeddah Center for Exhibitions and Events.
flynas celebrates launch of direct flights between Jeddah, Moscow
Wed, 24 Dec 2025
flynas celebrated the launch of its direct flights between Jeddah and Moscow, effective December 23. flynas will operate three weekly flights between King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow, becoming the first Saudi carrier to operate scheduled flights between the two cities.
flynas launches direct Jeddah-Entebbe flights
Tue, 23 Dec 2025
flynas has announced the launch of a new route between Jeddah and Entebbe in Uganda, as of March 24, 2026, further strengthening its international route in line with its growth and expansion plan.