Saudi welcomes Virgin Atlantic’s direct flights from London Heathrow to Riyadh

‘Saudi, Welcome to Arabia’ is delighted to announce the launch of Virgin Atlantic’s new direct flights from London Heathrow to Riyadh, which started on 30th March 2025. 

This daily service marks a significant milestone in enhancing air connectivity between the UK and Saudi, supporting the growth of international tourism and business travel. 

Key Highlights:

• Daily Flights: Virgin Atlantic will operate daily flights using its state-of-the-art Airbus A330neo aircraft, offering passengers a seamless travel experience with a flight time of approximately 7 hours.
• Enhanced Connectivity: This new route is part of Saudi’s Air Connectivity Program (ACP), making Virgin Atlantic the 10th airline to partner with the program.
• Tourism Growth: The launch aligns with Saudi’s Vision 2030 initiatives, which aim to boost tourism and diversify the economy. Riyadh, with its blend of traditional Arabian culture and modern attractions, is poised to become a major tourist destination.

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Truly, it has never been easier to visit Saudi – visa initiatives have been continuously developed, with the eVisa program now including 66 countries and special administrative regions, and the GCC residents visa and 96-hour Stopover Visa. UK, US, or Schengen visa holders, as well as residents of the UK, US, or European Union countries, are eligible for the instant eVisa.