Riyadh Air launches daily Mumbai service, targets second India city by end-2026
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air has started daily flights between Riyadh and Mumbai, marking its India entry. The carrier plans to add a second Indian destination by year-end and has named Air India as its sole domestic connectivity partner.
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air has begun daily Mumbai flights, its first India route, and plans a second Indian destination by year-end. It has selected Air India as its sole domestic connectivity partner and will use A321neos to broaden its India footprint.
Why this matters
The Mumbai launch advances Riyadh Air's India expansion following its recent signal that it would open the route and target a second Indian city in 2026.
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