Riyadh Air has announced the start of ticket sales for its flights between Riyadh and both Malaga in Spain and Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, raising its network to 8 destinations from Riyadh by August.
With the addition of the two new destinations, Riyadh Air's network includes London, Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid and Manchester, as well as Malaga and Kuala Lumpur, as the airline nears delivery of its sixth aircraft, according to a post on the Saudi Press Agency website.
Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas said the launch of flights to Malaga and Kuala Lumpur is a new step in expanding the airline's global network by connecting Riyadh with multiple destinations in the Middle East, Europe and Southeast Asia.
He added that the expansion supports Riyadh Air's presence in important business and tourism markets and strengthens Riyadh's position as a global air transport hub, in line with the targets of the Aviation Program and Saudi Vision 2030.
Malaga flight schedule
Riyadh Air will launch its seasonal direct flights to Malaga on 14 July 2026, running until 8 September 2026, with the direct Riyadh–Madrid route starting on 17 July 2026.
Riyadh Air will operate 3 weekly flights to Malaga from 14 July 2026. Outbound flight RX0543 departs Riyadh at 01:20 and arrives in Malaga at 07:25, while return flight RX0544 departs Malaga at 09:05 and arrives in Riyadh at 16:30.
The Madrid route is important for business and tourism, as well as being linked to the partnership with Atlético de Madrid and its stadium, the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Kuala Lumpur flight schedule
Kuala Lumpur flights begin on 30 July 2026 and will operate year-round with 3 weekly flights. Outbound flight RX0863 departs Riyadh at 22:50, arriving in Kuala Lumpur at 11:50. Return flight RX0864 departs Kuala Lumpur at 16:45, arriving in Riyadh at 19:45.
Riyadh Air operates these flights with its fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, designed to offer a travel experience with modern cabins and advanced technologies.
Tickets can be booked through the Riyadh Air app, the official website riyadhair.com, or through approved travel partners.
Travelers can also join the Sfeer loyalty program as founding members, benefiting from a best-price guarantee, free high-speed internet connectivity and a variety of rewards.
To view the post on the Saudi Press Agency website, click here.
