Riyadh Air will increase services between Riyadh and London Heathrow to nine flights a week from November 1, 2026, adding two weekly frequencies to its existing schedule.
According to a Saudi Press Agency report, the additional flights will operate on Mondays and Wednesdays in response to growing demand since direct commercial services began in June.
Flight RX405 departs King Khalid International Airport at 12:55 p.m. and arrives at Heathrow at 5:10 p.m. Return flight RX406 leaves London at 7:10 p.m. and arrives in Riyadh at 4:40 a.m. All times are local.
The increase provides more travel options between the cities and onward connections through Riyadh to destinations in Asia and the Middle East, including Bangkok, Dhaka, Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur and Manila, subject to schedules and availability.
CEO Tony Douglas said the additional flights responded to demand and extended the airline’s UK expansion following its Manchester launch. They offer more options for business, leisure and weekend travel.
Riyadh Air currently operates eight aircraft to 14 destinations across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, aiming to open bookings to around 30 destinations by the end of 2026.
The airline expects to receive three Boeing 787-9 aircraft in the coming weeks, followed by its first Airbus A321neo in the final quarter of the year.
Its Boeing 787-9 aircraft offer Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy and Economy cabins, alongside entertainment, digital connectivity and onboard services.
