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Riyadh Air Eyes Additional Boeing 787s

July 13, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Riyadh Air considers ordering 25-30 more Boeing 787s.
Potential deal involves converting existing options.
Airline plans to serve 22 destinations by March 2027.
Riyadh Air has a large Airbus order book.

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Strategic Implications

This potential order may indicate Riyadh Air's confidence in its growth strategy, which could strengthen Boeing's position in the Middle Eastern market. The airline's expansion plans suggest a growing demand for air travel in the region, which may benefit both Boeing and Airbus.

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What Happened

Saudi Startup Considers Firm Order For Up To 30 More Dreamliners

Riyadh Air, a Saudi startup airline, is considering placing a firm order for up to 30 additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners, according to industry sources. The potential deal would involve converting most of the airline’s existing options for the aircraft. Riyadh Air has already agreed to buy 39 Boeing 787-9s, with options for another 33 aircraft, and has also built a large Airbus order book. The airline plans to serve more than 100 destinations by 2030 and has configured its 787-9s with 290 seats. This development was first reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: July 13, 2026

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