Riyadh Air Launches Daily Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Dubai
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RIYADH, June 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh Air has launched daily direct flights between Riyadh and Dubai, operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Flight RX243 departed King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh at 2:05 p.m. local time and arrived at Dubai International Airport at 5:00 p.m. local time. The return flight, RX244, departs Dubai at 6:30 p.m. and arrives in Riyadh at 7:20 p.m.
Dubai is Riyadh Air’s third destination launch as part of the carrier’s strategy to connect Saudi Arabia with major regional and global hubs.
The airline said the route will provide an advanced travel experience featuring premium seating, modern in-flight entertainment systems, high levels of comfort and Saudi hospitality.
The new service expands travel options for business and leisure passengers and supports economic and tourism ties between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates amid growing demand for travel between Riyadh and Dubai.
Riyadh Air received four Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft in June as part of its expansion plans. The carrier aims to serve 100 destinations worldwide by 2030.
Source: Saudi Press Agency
