Riyadh Air receives its first Boeing Dreamliners in fleet milestone

Original announcement: 09 June 2026.

PIF reported on 9 June 2026 that Riyadh Air had received its first three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. The aircraft arrived on 5 and 7 June and represent the beginning of a planned Dreamliner fleet of 72.

What the announcement covers

The announcement also described the opening of ticket sales for Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid and Manchester, alongside London. It positioned the fleet and route developments within PIF’s aviation and tourism investment strategy.

This is a dated corporate milestone, rather than a current flight schedule. The story demonstrates how aircraft delivery, network planning and passenger sales connect as an airline builds its operations. Travellers should consult Riyadh Air directly for the latest routes, departure dates and booking availability.

Source: PIF · official announcement. Checked 16 October 2026. Image credit: PIF.