Kuala Lumpur And Malaga Added To Riyadh Air Destinations To Strengthen Global Network

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, today unveiled two additional destinations to its growing network, opening ticket sales for flights from Riyadh to Malaga and Kuala Lumpur. With the addition of these new routes, the airline is now set to serve 8 destinations, including London, Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid and Manchester – before early August.

Having already received five aircraft, and with a sixth arriving shortly, Riyadh Air’s Dreamliner fleet has experienced unprecedented growth since the first aircraft arrived on June 5, increasing connections between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and key global, regional and domestic economic, cultural and tourist centers.

Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, said: “With the addition of Malaga and Kuala Lumpur, we continue to further strengthen our network across key markets for business, tourism, and trade, bringing us closer to our goal of connecting Riyadh to more than 100 destinations worldwide by 2030.” 

Douglas continued: “Through our growing network, Riyadh Air is now able to offer smooth and convenient onward connections for guests travelling to the Middle East, Europe, Southeast Asia and beyond. We look forward to welcoming guests aboard to experience our distinctive Saudi Hafawa hospitality as we connect these great cities to Saudi Arabia and help redefine the future of air travel.”

Direct seasonal flights to Malaga (AGP), Spain will commence on July 14^th and are set to run until September 8th, 2026. While year-round flights to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Malaysia will begin on July 30th.

Flights between Riyadh and Madrid, the only direct connection between the Saudi and Spanish capitals, will commence on July 17th, 2026. Connectivity with Madrid, the home to Riyadh Air’s official football partners Atlético de Madrid and the Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium, represents a further strengthening of cultural and economic ties between Spain and Saudi Arabia, while serving as an important route for business and tourism and further strengthening capital-to-capital connectivity.

All new routes will be served by Riyadh Air’s newly built state-of-the-art 787-9 Dreamliners, featuring world-class cabin interiors and experiences. These services will not only guests to Riyadh but also serve as vital connection points, linking passengers to destinations across the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Europe.

Ticket purchases for all 8 routes can be made now through the Riyadh Air App, Riyadh Air website at 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.

Malaga and Kuala Lumpur flight details:

A World-Class Travel Experience

Riyadh Air’s new 787-9 Dreamliners deliver premium comfort and style across four classes—Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy and Economy—featuring ergonomic seats with plush foam and premium fabrics, fully flat 1-2-1 beds in Business Elite/Business, enhanced privacy and storage in Premium Economy, and adjustable headrests in Economy, plus AC power, USB-C/A charging and Bluetooth audio at every seat. The aircraft offer one of the world’s most modern IFE systems—Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova—with over 500 movies, 600 TV series (Shahid, Disney+, HBO Max, Warner Bros.), 1,000 audio albums/playlists, mobile-first connectivity, cinema-quality visuals and wireless listening. Complementing the onboard experience are Saudi-made Kayanee amenities, bespoke Disney kits for children, John Horsfall bedding, elevated dining and a five-sense wellness program, with exclusive loungewear for Business Elite/Business and Kayanee tops for Premium Economy to ensure every guest arrives refreshed.

Sfeer: for a generation in motion

Guests can unlock exclusive benefits by joining Riyadh Air’s loyalty program, Sfeer. The name Sfeer derives from the Arabic word for “Ambassador” and the English word “sphere,” embodying the generous spirit of Saudi Arabia while fostering a global community. It offers a Best Offer Guarantee, including a range of unique benefits such as a “no points expiry” policy, and complimentary onboard Wi-Fi for seamless connectivity.  This digital lifestyle ecosystem connects a new generation of travelers to exclusive partnerships and events, both in the air and on the ground. Early Sfeer members join an elite club of ‘The Founders’, who will receive priority access to bookings on new routes, along with other benefits.