Riyadh Air orders 60 next-generation Airbus A321 aircraft

Signing ceremony

Riyadh Air announced today an agreement to purchase 60 Airbus A321neo single-aisle aircraft, the latest step towards its maiden flight in 2025.

This came on the sidelines of the 8th edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) conference.

The Airbus A321neo airliner is among the most sustainable and efficient in the industry, and combined with the original wide-body aircraft order announced in 2023, will ensure the optimal mix of aircraft to match Riyadh Air’s network growth. On a scale unprecedented for an airline startup, Riyadh Air has ordered a total of 132 aircraft to power its growth plans.

According to the statement, Riyadh Air will be at the forefront of sustainability with the airline operating one of the most modern, fuel-efficient fleets in the world.

The order supports Riyadh Air’s long-term goal of creating 200,000 jobs and delivering enhanced connectivity to Riyadh to the world, the statement added.

The multibillion-dollar deal positions the airline for efficient flight operations by having an optimal fleet mix to fulfill its network ambitions of 100 destinations by 2030.

In March 2023, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced PIF's establishment for Riyadh Air that aims to launch flights to more than 100 destinations worldwide by 2030.

Riyadh Air aims to serve over 100 destinations globally by 2030 and has ordered 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners for its fleet.