Riyadh Air receives clearance for Beijing and Shanghai

THE NEWS: Riyadh Air has been cleared by the Civil Aviation Administration of China to operate flights to Beijing Daxing and Shanghai Pudong, with three weekly flights to Beijing and four to Shanghai, just two and a half weeks after its inaugural passenger service on 1 July.

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WHY IT MATTERS: Gaining access to China—the world’s second‑largest aviation market—gives Riyadh Air an early foothold in a high‑demand region, which could accelerate its network growth and revenue potential as it expands beyond its initial launch.

FAQ

When did Riyadh Air receive clearance to fly to China?
Riyadh Air was granted permission by the Civil Aviation Administration of China to operate services to China just two and a half weeks after it carried its first paying passengers, following the launch of its scheduled service on 1 July. This approval includes flights to both Beijing and Shanghai.

How many weekly flights has Riyadh Air been approved for to Beijing and Shanghai?
The airline’s China schedule comprises three weekly flights to Beijing Daxing Airport and four weekly flights to Shanghai Pudong Airport, totalling seven weekly departures that will connect Riyadh with the two largest Chinese gateway cities.

When did Riyadh Air launch its scheduled service?
Riyadh Air began its scheduled operations on 1 July, introducing the first paying‑passenger flights for the newly established Saudi carrier. This launch marked the airline’s entry into the market and preceded its rapid expansion into China within weeks.

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