Delta has announced a new nonstop service between the airline’s hub in Atlanta (ATL) and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (RUH) in Winter 2026.
The new service will operate three times per week utilising Delta’s Airbus A350-900 and feature a set of four experience types on board with Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort and Delta Main.
Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, said:Launching service to Riyadh marks a key step in Delta’s global growth as we start our second century of flight.
Our new flights will connect customers to this dynamic, fast-growing region while delivering the care, comfort and reliability they expect. It reflects our bold vision to create meaningful opportunities and experiences in every corner of the world in the years ahead.
The addition of the new service forms part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative, with additional direct international flights launching in the coming months.
His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said:We welcome Delta to Riyadh and look forward to the opportunities this service will create for travellers worldwide.
Delta’s new nonstop flights between Atlanta and Riyadh mark a significant milestone in strengthening global connectivity between our nations and will open new doors for tourism and cultural exchange while driving business and innovation.
