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Riyadh Air Adds Milan to Its European Route Network
WHY IT MATTERS
The new Milan route expands Riyadh Air’s European network, offering Saudi passengers a direct, high‑capacity link to Italy and enhancing regional connectivity that could spur tourism and business exchanges between the Middle East and Europe.
What happened
Riyadh Air will launch a new route from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Milan Malpensa (MXP) on December 16, operating four times a week with a Boeing 787‑9 Dreamliner. The service makes the Saudi carrier’s fourth European destination, following London, Manchester and Madrid.
The expansion reflects Riyadh Air’s rapid growth strategy and its aim to connect Saudi Arabia with key European hubs. The Milan route will provide a direct link for business travelers and tourists between the Middle East and Italy, potentially boosting tourism and trade ties.
The airline’s use of the fuel‑efficient 787‑9 also signals a focus on sustainability and cost‑efficiency for long‑haul flights.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Milan Becomes 4th Destination As Riyadh Air's Rapid European Expansion Continues
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