Dubai retains global international airport crown; Atlanta leads overall traffic
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Dubai International Airport (DXB) has retained its position as the world’s busiest international airport for September, even as scheduled seat capacity remains significantly below last year’s level, according to aviation data provider OAG.
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.
Gulf Air extends temporary operations via Dammam until March 22
Sun, 15 Mar 2026
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has announced the extension of its temporary operations via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam (DMM), with flights for booking now available to all passengers for travel until March 22 to key destinations London Heathrow (UK); Mumbai (India) and Bangkok (Thailand).
Riyadh Air inaugural flight to take off to London Heathrow on Oct 26
Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier and a Public Investment Fund company, will launch its first daily flights to London Heathrow Airport, commencing on October 26.