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DHAKA, July 9, 2026 (BSS) - Riyadh Air today opened ticket sales for its 
daily direct flights between Dhaka and Riyadh, ahead of the launch of the 
service on August 7, marking a significant expansion of air connectivity 
between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia.

According to a press release issued by the airline, the new route will 
connect Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka with King 
Khalid International Airport in Riyadh using the airline's Boeing 787-9 
Dreamliner aircraft.

The daily service is expected to strengthen travel, trade and tourism links 
between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia while providing passengers with 
convenient onward connections to destinations across the Middle East and 
Europe through Riyadh Air's growing network and codeshare partnerships.

The new route reflects its commitment to one of South Asia's fastest-growing 
aviation markets and supports the long-standing bilateral relationship 
between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia, according to the airline.

Under the flight schedule, flight RX0763 will depart Riyadh at 9:20 pm and 
arrive in Dhaka at 6:10 am the following day while return flight RX0764 will 
leave Dhaka at 7:40 am and land in Riyadh at 10:55 am, all in local time.

Riyadh Air said the new service will create greater opportunities for 
business, leisure and academic travel while positioning Riyadh as an 
important transit hub for Bangladeshi passengers travelling to international 
destinations.

The airline noted that Bangladesh's growing outbound travel market and close 
economic ties with Saudi Arabia make the route an important addition to its 
expanding global network.

Passengers can purchase tickets through the Riyadh Air website, mobile 
application and authorised travel agents.

The flights will be operated by Riyadh Air's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners 
featuring four cabin classes-- Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy and 
Economy-- equipped with next-generation in-flight entertainment, wireless 
connectivity and enhanced passenger comfort.

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's new national carrier, is expanding its 
international network as part of the Kingdom's broader aviation strategy 
aimed at strengthening global connectivity and supporting the country's 
tourism and economic diversification goals.