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Riyadh Air has begun general ticket sales for its Riyadh–London/Heathrow route.
From July 1, the airline will operate one round trip per day using a newly built Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The aircraft will feature four cabin classes: Business Elite, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Business Elite and Business Class will offer full-flat beds in a 1-2-1 configuration, Premium Economy Class will have a 2-3-2 configuration, and Economy Class will have a 3-3-3 configuration.
The in-flight entertainment system will be Panasonic Avionics’ “Astrova,” which supports Bluetooth connectivity. USB-C power outlets will also be available.
Since October 26, 2025, the route has been operated with interim aircraft, and full-scale operations will begin with the introduction of the new aircraft. Other routes to be operated by Riyadh Air will be announced in the near future.
■ Timetable
RX401 Riyadh (02:35) – London/Heathrow (07:30)
RX402 London/Heathrow (09:35) – Riyadh (18:05)