- Good news for Mumbaikars!
- Flydeal launches Mumbai-Riyadh direct non-stop flight service
- Flying 5 days a week
India Saudi Arabia Flight Network : Flydeal, the Saudia Group's rapidly expanding low-cost airline and the largest low-cost airline in the GCC, has launched its direct non-stop flight service between Mumbai and Riyadh. Mumbai becomes the company's second destination in India after the flight service launched to Hyderabad, further strengthening the company's presence in key international markets. (India Saudi Arabia Flight Network)
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Riyadh-Mumbai flight started on October 3, 2026. The airline's Chief Operating Officer Captain Abdulaziz Bahri and Chief Pilot Captain Ali Hakeem witnessed the operation of the flight. Flydeal has launched this service after its recent foray into the Indian market by launching flights to Hyderabad on July 3, 2026.
Service five days a week
Flydeal now operates five days a week services between Mumbai and Riyadh with its state-of-the-art A320neo aircraft. This has added over 7,400 new seats per month between the two cities, providing more options and convenience to passengers traveling between India and Saudi Arabia.
Timing of new flights is very convenient for passengers
The timing of the new flights is very convenient for the passengers, with the flight from Mumbai arriving in Riyadh in the mid-morning and also the flight from Riyadh arriving in Mumbai in the morning. This makes the schedule highly favorable for travelers seeking seamless connectivity to popular cities in Saudi Arabia such as Abha, Dammam, Jeddah and Madinah with through-fare on a single booking and direct baggage delivery to the final destination.
186 seats in economy class configuration
Flydeal's A320neo aircraft operating on this route have 186 seats in full economy class configuration. USB-A or USB-C charging ports are provided on each seat. Also, it features Airbus' famous Airspace cabin interior, extra-large overhead bins with more space for luggage and cabin design and lighting that create an exciting atmosphere with a comfortable journey.
Fast growing aviation market
“India is the largest and fastest growing aviation market in the world, and India is a strategic priority market for Flydeal as we expand our international network. Saudi Arabia has now become one of India's top three international travel markets, and as travel and tourist traffic between the two countries continues to grow, we see tremendous potential here to connect travelers through convenient, affordable and reliable services.” Sanjeev Kapoor, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Flydeal and Executive Vice President, Strategies, Saudia Group
Mumbai is connected to the capital of Saudi Arabia
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 this journey. In addition to connecting Mumbai to the Saudi Arabian capital, this new service provides convenient access to various destinations across the Kingdom through effortless onward connectivity on a single booking. Importantly, Flydeal's flights use the state-of-the-art Terminal 1 in Jeddah, from where bullet trains to both Makkah and Madinah are directly connected to the terminal. The facility is available, as well as using Terminal 4 in Riyadh, which provides fast and hassle-free connectivity to Flydeal's extensive domestic network. Along with other new initiatives that provide greater stability, convenience and peace of mind when planning travel, we continue to make the customer experience even more exciting, staying true to our commitment to providing reliable travel at affordable rates.”
Flydeal's growing operations in India
As part of the Saudia Group, Flydeal continues to expand its international network to support Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. The company is contributing to the Kingdom's ambitious goal of increasing global connectivity and attracting more tourists through the development of the aviation and tourism sectors.
Flydeal flight schedule between India and Saudi Arabia (local time)
Departure Location Destination Flight Days Departure Time Arrival Time
Riyadh Mumbai All days except Monday and Friday 00:55 07:40
Mumbai Riyadh 08:40 10:15
Riyadh Hyderabad All days except Sunday and Tuesday 23:25 06:50 (+1)
Hyderabad Riyadh All days except Monday and Wednesday 07:55 10:15
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