Riyadh Air, the Kingdom’s new national carrier, celebrated the arrival of its inaugural flight from Riyadh to Dhaka on the morning of August 8, marking the airline’s entry into the Bangladeshi market and its ninth official operating destination since operations began on June 10, 2026, a press release said.

The daily service is operated by Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, offering premium seating, advanced in-flight entertainment and signature Saudi hospitality. The inaugural flight departed King Khalid International Airport (RUH) on August 7 at 21:20 and touched down at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) the following day, marking another milestone in the airline’s expanding global network.

The new route connects two major commercial centers and responds to strong demand for travel between Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh on one of the Middle East’s highest-volume international corridors. According to IATA data, Bangladesh–Saudi Arabia ranked as the ninth-largest country-pair passenger market serving the Middle East in Q1 2026. Demand is underpinned by longstanding ties across trade, investment, tourism, cultural exchange and religious travel, alongside growing cooperation in energy, logistics, agriculture, technology and infrastructure.

As Bangladesh’s capital and commercial center, Dhaka is a key gateway to the country’s globally important apparel and textile industries, as well as its rich heritage, vibrant arts scene and distinctive cuisine. The direct service will provide Bangladeshi guests with greater convenience when travelling to the Kingdom for business, leisure, Umrah and Hajj, while offering Saudi travelers direct access to Bangladesh.

The service will operate daily in both directions, strengthening connectivity between Riyadh and Dhaka and supporting convenient onward travel through Riyadh Air’s growing network to key destinations, including Jeddah. 

Flight schedule (refer to riyadhair.com for updated schedules): Flight # Inaugural From Depart To Arrive Freq. RX0763 Aug 7 King Khalid International Airport (RUH) 21:20 Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) 06:10 (+ 1 day) 7 (Daily) RX0764 Aug 8 Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) 07:40 King Khalid International Airport (RUH) 10:55 7 (Daily)

Ticket purchases for these routes can be made from today through the Riyadh Air App, Riyadh Air website at www.riyadhair.com, or through preferred travel providers and platforms. Guests are also invited to become Founding Members of the airline’s loyalty program, Sfeer, ensuring a ‘Best Offer Guarantee’ and free Wi-Fi while earning rewards from their very first flight.

A World-Class Travel Experience Riyadh Air’s new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners will deliver premium comfort across Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy and Economy cabins. Guests will experience ergonomic seating, enhanced privacy and storage, advanced in-flight entertainment through Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova system, mobile-first connectivity, wireless listening, elevated dining, Saudi-made Kayanee amenities, bespoke Disney kits for children and a five-sense wellness program designed to help every guest arrive refreshed.

Sfeer: for a generation in motion Guests can unlock exclusive benefits by joining Sfeer, Riyadh Air’s loyalty program. The name derives from the Arabic word for Ambassador and the English word sphere, reflecting the generous spirit of Saudi Arabia while building a global community of travelers. Members receive a Best Offer Guarantee, no points expiry and complimentary onboard Wi-Fi, while early members join The Founders Club with priority access to bookings on new routes and other benefits.