Riyadh Air to launch its 1st London flights on Oct 26, but tickets won’t be open to public

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, begins its first international route to London Heathrow on October 26 using a leased 787-9. Initial flights are limited to staff and affiliates as part of an operational trial phase. Public ticket sales will open later, following delivery of the airline’s own aircraft and final readiness evaluations.