New direct flights from Saudi Arabia, winter 2026–2027: start dates
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Blog · 12 October 2026 · 4 min read

New direct flights from Saudi Arabia, winter 2026–2027: start dates

This winter brings new direct routes from Saudi airports to Asia and Europe, putting Tokyo, Shanghai, Amsterdam and Budapest a single non-stop flight away. Here are the new routes and the date each one starts, so you can plan early; we find you the best seat and the lowest available fare.

October 2026

  • flynas from Dammam to Dubai: from 25 October 2026.
  • Saudia from Jeddah to Doha: 7 flights a week in the winter schedule from 25 October 2026.
  • KLM from Dammam to Amsterdam: from 26 October 2026.
  • Saudia from Riyadh to Muscat: from 27 October 2026.
  • Wizz Air from Jeddah to Budapest: 3 flights a week from 27 October 2026.
  • SalamAir from Salalah to Jeddah: with the winter schedule at the end of October 2026.

Flights from Jeddah to Budapest →

November 2026

  • flynas from Riyadh to Alexandria, and Air China daily from Riyadh to Beijing: from 2 November 2026.
  • British Airways returns from Riyadh to London Heathrow: from 4 November 2026.
  • Saudia daily from Riyadh to Tokyo (Narita), and Riyadh Air from Riyadh to Jakarta three times a week: from 16 November 2026.
  • China Eastern daily from Riyadh to Shanghai: from 18 November 2026.
  • flynas seasonal winter flights from Riyadh to the Maldives: from 19 November 2026.

Flights from Riyadh to Tokyo →

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December 2026

  • Riyadh Air from Riyadh to Milan: 4 flights a week from 16 December 2026.

Flights from Riyadh to Milan →

2027

  • KLM from Riyadh to Amsterdam: from January 2027.
  • China Southern from Riyadh to Guangzhou and Shenzhen: from January 2027.
  • Cathay Pacific returns from Riyadh to Hong Kong with a daily flight: from 1 February 2027.
  • LOT Polish Airlines daily from Riyadh to Warsaw: from 9 April 2027.

Flights from Riyadh to Hong Kong →

Before you book

The first weeks of a new route sometimes bring tempting fares, and holiday flights fill up fast, so book early. Check the entry rules too: Japan needs an e-visa, China is currently visa-free for Saudis, and the Netherlands, Hungary, Italy and Poland need a Schengen visa; we prepare your file to suit your needs.

Visas for Saudis: requirements and how to apply →

Frequently asked questions

When do direct flights from Riyadh to Tokyo start?

From 16 November 2026, with a daily Saudia flight to Narita Airport.

Is there a direct flight from Riyadh to Shanghai?

Yes, China Eastern flies daily from 18 November 2026.

When do KLM flights from Saudi Arabia to Amsterdam start?

From Dammam on 26 October 2026, and from Riyadh in January 2027.

Is there a direct flight from Jeddah to Budapest?

Yes, Wizz Air flies three times a week from 27 October 2026.

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Published 12 October 2026, last updated 12 October 2026. The information is for guidance only; entry requirements and seasons can change, and the binding price is the one in your booking confirmation.