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Lufthansa To Launch Munich–Riyadh Nonstop Flights With A350-900

Lufthansa has announced the return of its nonstop service between Munich and Riyadh, commencing 26 October 2025. The route will operate three times a week, departing Munich at 21:45 and arriving in Riyadh at 04:50 local time the following day. The return flight departs Riyadh at 06:25, arriving back in Munich at 10:25, allowing passengers smooth onward connections across Lufthansa’s…

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ITA Airways Expands Intercontinental Codeshare With Lufthansa Group

ITA Airways has announced a major expansion of its codeshare agreement with the Lufthansa Group, significantly enhancing connectivity to key intercontinental markets across Africa and Asia. The extended agreement, effective for travel from September 2, 2025, enables passengers of both airline groups to access a broader network of destinations via Rome Fiumicino, Frankfurt, Munich, and Brussels.

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Riyadh Air to Launch Daily London Heathrow Flights

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s newly established airline, will commence daily flights to London Heathrow Airport starting October 26, 2025, marking a major milestone in its international expansion strategy. The service will be operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, reflecting the airline’s commitment to offering a modern and premium travel experience as part of its Winter 2025 (W25) schedule.

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Vietnam Airlines And Saudia Launch Codeshare Agreement

Vietnam Airlines and Saudia have established a new codeshare partnership, connecting major cities in Vietnam and Saudi Arabia. Under this agreement, travelers can now book single-itinerary tickets between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Jeddah and Riyadh, with shared flight numbers and streamlined coordination between the two flag carriers.

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flynas Begins Trading On Riyadh Exchange At $3.65B Valuation

flynas, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost airline, has officially begun trading its shares on the Riyadh stock exchange, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory and the development of the Kingdom’s aviation sector. The public market debut places the airline’s valuation at approximately $3.65 billion, a reflection of investor confidence and the company’s strong position in the…

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Azimuth Gains Approval for New International Routes

Azimuth Airlines, a regional carrier based in Russia, has received approval to operate new international routes. The airline will connect Sochi and Mineralnye Vody with Riyadh and launch a route from Mineralnye Vody to Karshiusing the SJ-100 (Sukhoi Superjet 100). These approvals mark a significant milestone for Azimuth as it expands its network into the Middle East and Central Asia, catering to increasing demand for…

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Riyadh Air Secures 2,500 Slots at King Khalid International Airport

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s emerging national carrier, has secured over 2,500 slots at King Khalid International Airport (RUH). This milestone aligns with the airline’s ambitious strategy to establish Riyadh as a global aviation hubby 2030, a key component of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative.