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Riyadh Air Domestic Flights

Why buy Riyadh Air domestic flights?

Riyadh Air provides not only a reliable flight service getting you from the runway to your arrival gate. It is a luxury travel experience, packed with elevated onboard amenities, loyalty programme, premium dining, and smooth transfers.

Founded in 2023, Riyadh Air has launched commercial flights in 2026 and Alternative Airlines is one of the few OTA's offering Riyadh Air flights.

Riyadh Air provides daily domestic flights between Riyadh (RUH) and Jeddah (JED). With a flight time of under 2 hours, Riyadh Air ensures even the shortest of flights receive 5 star service. High quality food and soft drinks are served with enhanced comfort seating and technological advances of free wifi for loyalty club members.

The Al Masmak Fortress in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Why take a domestic flight to Riyadh with Riyadh Air?

Riyadh Air offers one domestic direct route between Riyadh and Jeddah, with a flight time of under 2 hours. Both these locations are accessible by Riyadh Air when you book through Alternative Airlines.

Why should I visit Riyadh?
A beautiful ancient Arabian city with many opportunities to learn, see and try new things all through its top attractions.

  • Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge: Scared of heights? Take in the beautiful skyline view by ascending down a 302 meter skyscraper.
  • Deira Souk: Visit a traditional market and browse through the gold jewellery, spices, perfumes and local crafts.
  • Al Masmak Fortress: A 1865 historic building, completely made out of mud and clay, houses a mosque and museum with regional artifacts.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Why take a domestic flight to Jeddah with Riyadh Air?

Why should I visit Jeddah?

Jeddah is a coastal hub that is popular for its religious pilgrimages, tourist attractions, historic architecture and work opportunities.

  • Gateway to Holy Sites: Jeddah is the main arrival point for millions of people who wish to travel to Mecca and Medina for religious pilgrimages.
  • Red Sea Coastline: Visit the most beautiful beaches, experience world class scuba diving and snorkelling in the Red Sea.
  • King Fahd's Fountain: Visit the tallest water fountain in the world, sending water up 260 meters up in the air.

Riyadh Air Cabins

There are four clear cabin classes available on the Boeing 787 aircraft. These include: Business Elite, Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy. Search for your next flight and choose where you will be sitting in style.

Business Elite

The top level of comfort, Riyadh Air welcomes 'Business Elite' a super luxurious and ultra private front row seat with first class service. This class is designed to be an intimate 4 suite capacity with 52 inch walls and secure sliding doors for privacy.

For a well rested stay, each suite has a 78 inch fully flat bed. Leaving each passenger with enough space to enjoy their refreshments, store luggage and take full advantage of onboard entertainment throughout the flight. Equipped with screens, audio and power accessible, never leaving you empty handed.

Business Class

Second tier luxury with 24 smaller sized suites with mocha gold aesthetic and unique touches of a canopy twist ceiling motif. Flying with Riyadh Air feels like a dream!

Much like business elite, each passenger has full privacy with 52 inch feature walls and sliding doors. Backed by 4 larger 'Business Elite' suites at the front. Flying with Riyadh Air is like being in your very own bed.

Access to a plush mattress topper, duvet and multiple pillows. Alongside fresh gifted pajamas and slippers by Kayanee; Saudi's wellness brand.

Premium Economy

Designed for travellers who are looking for extra space and enhanced comfort. Arranged in a 2-3-2 setting, these seats offer next level support through adjustable seat recline and expandable leg rests.

Experience a well needed sleep, each headrest comes with wings that offer extra privacy for those who would like to recharge mid-flight.

Accessibility to entertainment is never a question with 4 USB-C ports at your disposal and 15.6 inch screen for your viewing. From take-off to landing, Riyadh Air has made every aspect of your experience to be nothing but perfection.

Economy

Riyadh Air ensures every cabin class is designed to provide the same level of comfort, entertainment and service.

Customers stay connected through bluetooth, audio connection and multiple charging ports. Loyalty club members have access to free Wifi to text, scroll and watch media at a high speed.

All cabin seats are designed using natural wool with attention to detail across all its stitching. For your support, a 6-way headrest never leaving you in an uncomfortable position.

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Check-In and arrival

How to check - in

Online:

You can check-in for your flight 24 hours before your flight scheduled departure time via online check-in. All passengers are encouraged to check in online as its quick, easy and reduces stress when arriving at the airport.

Airport:

All Riyadh Air customers can visit the self service kiosk or go to the check-in counters and be greeted by someone of the Riyadh Air team. If you are travelling with luggage that needs to be checked in, it must be done at least 45 minutes before departure.

Arrival time:

It is encouraged to arrive at the airport 2 hours before your flight. Allow yourself time to get through security, browse through duty free and reach your boarding gate on time. Otherwise, passengers are still advised to arrive at the airport 1.5 hours before departure.

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Riyadh Air Domestic Flight Baggage

Carry-on:

Each customer is allowed one personal item and one piece of carry-on onboard. The personal items can be a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack and must not exceed 5kg. The maximum size for a carry on bag is 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm. The weight allowance of your carry on depends on your travel class. For further support visit Riyadh Air baggage allowance policy.

Both personal item and carry on must fit in either the overhead lockers or below the seat in front of you. If your luggage does exceed the size and weight limits they will not be checked in and you may be given an additional charges.

Checked baggage:

Each customer is given the option to have a checked bag which is stowed underneath the plane. For domestic flights the size and weight allowance depends on your travel class.

The total weight of your checked luggage must not exceed your total allowance and be up to 158 cm in total size ( length + width + height). If your bag dimensions go beyond this, but remain under 300 cm an additional oversized baggage fee will be applied and must be paid at the check in counter.

Any luggage exceeding 300 cm will not be accepted as checkin items and you will be asked to make alternative arrangements for these items.

Checked bags on a conveyor belt at check-in counter

Riyadh Air baggage weight allowance

Economy Class:

  • Lite Fare - Purchase only
  • Smart Fare - 25 kg (55 lb)
  • Flare Fare - 30 kg (66 lb)

Premium Economy:

  • Smart Fare - 30 kg (66 lb)
  • Flex Fare - 35 kg (77 lb)

Business:

  • Smart Economy - 40 kg (88 lb)
  • Flex Fare - 45 kg (99 lb)
  • Elite - 55 kg (121 lb)

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FAQs

Do you need a passport for Riyadh domestic flights?

If you are a citizen or resident with an approved national ID or Iqama of Saudi Arabia you do not need a passport for domestic flights. However if you are an international traveller you do require a valid passport for verification during check-in and boarding.

How early should I arrive for Riyadh Air domestic flights?

For all domestic flights with Riyadh Air all customers are encouraged to arrive 90 minutes to 2 hours before flight departure.

Can I travel with my pets on Riyadh Airlines flights?

Currently, travellers can not travel with pets on Riyadh Air. Pet travel is listed as an upcoming product being introduced to their services. For further information, visit Riyadh Air's upcoming services page.

Does Riyadh Air charge for baggage on domestic flights?

Yes! If your luggage is exceeding the allowed weight and size limit for any of the four cabin classes you may be charged with an additional fee. This will need to paid at the check-in counter when you arrive at the airport.

What domestic routes does Riyadh Air offer?

Riyadh Air provides 1 domestic flight route between Riyadh (RUH) and Jeddah (JED) with a flight time under 2 hours.

Can I buy now, pay later on Riyadh Air flights?

Yes! When you book through Alternative Airlines you have access to over 40 ways to pay! Including buy now, pay later! Choose to spread the cost of your trip into smaller instalments and pay over time at your pace.

Select a payment plan from a range of options including short and long term. Available from several buy now pay later lenders such as Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm, Tabby, Tamara and more.