The service will connect Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai with King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, utilizing Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Flight RX0698 will depart at 22:05 and arrive in Riyadh at 23:50, whereas the return flight, RX0697, will leave Riyadh at 14:05 and land in Mumbai at 20:35.
The airline mentioned that this route aims to meet the growing demand for travel between India and Saudi Arabia, while also offering onward connections from Riyadh to various destinations in Europe and West Asia, including London, Madrid, Jeddah, and Cairo. Commenting on the route’s launch, Tony Douglas, Chief Executive Officer of Riyadh Air, stated, “With India emerging as one of the fastest-growing aviation markets globally, we are excited to provide travellers with a new premium option and enhanced global connectivity from Mumbai to Riyadh, and onwards to Europe.”
He further noted that the route was chosen to support the airline’s goal of establishing a global network and contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative.
Ticket sales commenced on July 6 via the airline’s website, mobile app, and travel agents.
Aircraft and loyalty programme
The Boeing 787-9 aircraft will feature four cabin classes: Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy. Passengers in all classes will have access to Bluetooth audio connectivity, USB charging, and Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova in-flight entertainment system, which offers films, TV shows, and music.
The airline stated that Business Elite and Business cabins will provide fully flat beds arranged in a 1-2-1 configuration, while Premium Economy will have a 2-3-2 layout and Economy a 3-3-3 arrangement.
Riyadh Air is also inviting enrolment in its Sfeer loyalty programme, where members will enjoy benefits such as complimentary onboard Wi-Fi, no expiration on points, and the option to share points with family and friends. Early participants joining as “The Founders” will receive priority booking access on new routes, as stated by the airline.
