Beginning Oct. 23, 2026, Delta will launch new nonstop service between Atlanta and Riyadh, establishing its first direct connection to Saudi Arabia and the first nonstop service between the U.S. and Riyadh operated by a U.S. airline. The route will provide customers nationwide with convenient access to Riyadh for business, cultural exploration, adventure and onward connections across the Middle East through Delta’s Atlanta hub. Customers can also take advantage of a limited-time SkyMiles Award Deal when booking travel on the new route.
“Delta’s new nonstop service to Riyadh is a meaningful step in connecting our customers to one of the world’s most important and fast-growing regions,” said Peter Carter, President of Delta Air Lines. “Through our Atlanta hub, we’re making travel between the United States and Saudi Arabia more direct and more accessible, while delivering the premium experience, reliability and care customers expect from Delta.”
Exploring Riyadh and beyond
Saudi Arabia is quickly emerging as one of the world’s most dynamic travel destinations, welcoming visitors with a growing mix of history, culture, entertainment, sports, business and hospitality. At the center of that transformation is Riyadh, where the new Atlanta-Riyadh service strengthens connections between the United States and Saudi Arabia at a time of expanding investment, international events and cultural exchange.
