Riyadh Air is set to begin Pakistan operations on August 14, 2026, with daily flights linking Riyadh to Islamabad, followed by a Lahore launch four days later. Ticket sales for both routes are now live, giving travel trade partners a clear runway to start booking ahead of the launch.
Launch Timeline
- August 14: Islamabad–Riyadh service begins
- August 18: Lahore–Riyadh inaugural flight
Weekly Frequency
Islamabad will be served by seven flights a week, effectively a daily operation, while Lahore gets three weekly flights — a solid starting frequency for a new market entry that leaves room for capacity growth as demand builds.
Aircraft and Cabin Configuration
Both routes will fly on Riyadh Air’s new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, kitted out with the airline’s latest interiors. The aircraft offers a four-tier cabin: Business Elite, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy — giving agents room to sell across every budget and traveler type, from corporate accounts to family visits.
Strategic Fit for the Trade
Both routes are built for onward connectivity to Europe and the Middle East, positioning Riyadh as a stopover hub rather than just an endpoint. That’s a useful selling point for agents packaging multi-city itineraries for business and leisure travelers moving between Pakistan and international markets beyond Saudi Arabia.