- New non-stop Mumbai–Riyadh service now operating
October 5, 2026 – Mumbai, India: flyadeal, Saudia Group’s fast-growing low-cost carrier and one of the largest low-cost airlines in the GCC, has launched its non-stop service between Mumbai and Riyadh, marking the airline’s second destination in India after Hyderabad, and further strengthening its presence in one of its key international markets.
The Riyadh-Mumbai service commenced on October 3, 2026, piloted by the airline’s Chief Operating Officer Capt. Abdulaziz Bahri along with Chief Pilot Capt. Ali Hakim, and follows flyadeal’s recent entry into the Indian market with the launch of flights to Hyderabad on July 3, 2026.
flyadeal now operates five times a week between Mumbai and Riyadh using its modern fleet of A320neo aircraft, adding more than 7,400 seats each month between the two cities and providing travellers with greater choice and convenience when flying between India and Saudi Arabia.
The new flights are conveniently timed to provide a mid-morning arrival into Riyadh from Mumbai and, likewise, a morning arrival into Mumbai from Riyadh, making the flight schedule suitable for travellers looking to connect seamlessly to and from popular destinations within Saudi Arabia, including Abha, Dammam, Jeddah, and Madinah, on a single booking with a through fare and with baggage checked through to the final destination.
flyadeal’s A320neo aircraft operating on the route feature 186 seats in an all-Economy Class configuration, each offering USB-A or USB-C charging ports, and Airbus’ acclaimed Airspace cabin interior, with extra-large overhead bins for increased stowage capacity, as well as cabin design and lighting created to provide a welcoming ambience and maximise comfort.
“India is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing aviation markets and a strategic priority for flyadeal as we continue to expand our international network. With Saudi Arabia now one of India’s top three largest international travel markets and travel and tourism flows between the two countries continuing to grow, we see tremendous potential to connect more travellers through convenient, affordable and reliable services”.
Sanjiv Kapoor, acting Chief Executive Officer, flyadeal and Executive Vice President Strategies at Saudia Group
Kapoor added: “As the third-largest low-cost airline in the Middle East region, we are committed to strengthening our presence in India, and Mumbai is an important milestone in that journey. Beyond connecting Mumbai with Saudi Arabia’s capital, the new service also opens up convenient access to destinations across the Kingdom through seamless onward connections on a single booking. Importantly, flyadeal flights use the state-of-the-art Terminal 1 at Jeddah with bullet train access directly from the terminal to both Makkah and Madinah, as well as Terminal 4 at Riyadh which offers quick and seamless connections to flyadeal’s extensive domestic network. Combined with other new initiatives that provide greater flexibility, convenience, and peace of mind when planning travel, we are enhancing the overall customer experience while remaining committed to delivering dependable travel at affordable fares.”
flyadeal’s growing India operations
As a member of the Saudia Group, flyadeal continues to grow its international network in support of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitions to enhance global connectivity and attract increasing numbers of visitors through the development of its aviation and tourism sectors.
Schedule of flyadeal flights between India and Saudi Arabia (in local times):
| Origin | Destination | Days of Operation | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
| Riyadh | Mumbai | All days except Mondays and Fridays | 00:55 | 07:40 |
| Mumbai | Riyadh | All days except Mondays and Fridays | 08:40 | 10:15 |
| Riyadh | Hyderabad | All days except Sundays and Tuesdays | 23:25 | 06:50 (+1) |
| Hyderabad | Riyadh | All days except Mondays and Wednesdays | 07:55 | 10:15 |
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About flyadeal
On 23 September 2017, National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, flyadeal began operations with its historic maiden flight from Jeddah to Riyadh. A pioneer and innovator, flyadeal was the first regional low-cost airline to be launched only across digital distribution channels. Being the sister airline of full-service national carrier Saudia — both under the umbrella ownership of Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation (Saudia Group) — flyadeal was created for the price-conscious and tech-savvy consumer in mind in a country where 80 per cent of the Saudi population is aged less than 40 years and has at least two mobile phones.
flyadeal has rapidly developed into one of the Middle East’s fastest growing airlines, operating a young fleet of 47 Airbus A320 family aircraft from bases in Riyadh, Jeddah, Madinah and Dammam to more than 40 seasonal and year-round destinations across Saudi Arabia, and in the Middle East, Europe, North Africa and South Asia.
By 2030, in line with Saudi Vision 2030, flyadeal expects to more than double its network and fleet to over 100 destinations and aircraft respectively. Aircraft additions include single-aisle Airbus A321neos and widebody A330-900neos joining the fleet from 2027.
flyadeal aims to stimulate travel, tourism and trade with its affordable, value for money everyday fares catering to leisure, religious, family and business travellers. Simplicity is key with an all-Economy Class cabin across flyadeal’s narrowbody fleet. As the Kingdom undergoes dramatic transformation through its Vision 2030 economic diversification drive, aviation and tourism are among the many sectors earmarked for dynamic growth. flyadeal is the fastest growing airline in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Middle East, recognised for excellence in on-time performance that is consistently above the global industry average.
Since its inaugural flight in 2017, flyadeal has carried over 45 million passengers. And in a significant 2025 milestone, flyadeal flew more than 10 million passengers for the first time in a calendar year. In May 2024, flyadeal placed its biggest ever aircraft order – 51 narrowbody jets comprising 12 A320neos and 39 larger A321neos – with a delivery schedule beginning in 2027. In addition, flyadeal will venture into the long-haul market with its own dedicated widebody aircraft as the first of 10 Airbus A330neos ordered by Saudia Group in April 2025 is due to be delivered next year. flyadeal’s robust expansion drive makes the rapidly growing airline one of the country’s most desirable companies to work for.
flyadeal Media Contact
Ahad Afandi
Corporate Communications Department, flyadeal
Email: ahad.afandi@flyadeal.com
