Riyadh Air has opened bookings for its direct flights to the Italian city of Milan, with flights starting on 16 December 2026 and operating four times a week.
Milan becomes Riyadh Air's fifth destination in Europe and the fifteenth destination available for booking in the airline's network, according to a post on the Saudi Press Agency website.
Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, said putting Milan flights on sale is part of the airline's plans to expand its European network and strengthen links between Saudi Arabia and Italy.
He added that direct flights between Riyadh and Milan offer additional travel options between the two countries and support tourism, business and trade.
Milan is a hub for business, culture, fashion and design, and the route launch coincides with Riyadh hosting the first international edition of the Salone del Mobile.Milano fair and its related events in 2026.
According to statistics from Italy's Ministry of Tourism, more than 300,000 Saudi tourists visited Italy in 2024. The new flights also allow travelers from Milan to connect via Riyadh to a number of destinations, including Jeddah, Bangkok, Islamabad, Kuala Lumpur and Manila.
To view the post on the Saudi Press Agency website, click here.
