Riyadh Air is scheduled to launch a new nonstop route between Riyadh and Bangkok on September 2, 2026. The departure airport is King Khalid International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the arrival airport is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Key Changes
This route is Riyadh Air’s new nonstop service to Bangkok. When the airline announced that tickets were on sale on August 6, 2026, it presented a plan to operate the route three times per week, according to the official announcement. The route is scheduled to use Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.
The inaugural flight is scheduled for September 2, 2026.
Current Status
According to Riyadh Air’s official announcement, the Riyadh departure is flight RX0853. It is scheduled to depart Riyadh at 10:15 p.m. local time and arrive in Bangkok at 9:35 a.m. the following day. The Bangkok departure, flight RX0854, is scheduled to depart at 4:55 p.m. local time and arrive in Riyadh at 8:15 p.m.
The operating days listed in the official announcement are as follows.
| Route | Flight | Operating days | Scheduled departure and arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riyadh → Bangkok | RX0853 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | Departs 22:15 → Arrives 09:35 the following day |
| Bangkok → Riyadh | RX0854 | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday | Departs 16:55 → Arrives 20:15 |
Tickets were said to be available through the official Riyadh Air app and website, as well as preferred travel agencies and platforms. However, because the scheduled departure time for September 2, 2026, had not yet passed at the time of verification, this material alone cannot confirm whether the flight actually operated or whether it was delayed or canceled.
Impact
The launch of this nonstop service gives travelers considering a trip to Bangkok or flights between Riyadh and Bangkok a new option to consider. When reviewing an actual booking, it is important to check the departure and arrival airports, flight numbers, and local times together.
Particular attention is needed regarding the stated frequency. Riyadh Air’s official announcement and CAPA describe the service as operating three times per week, while some schedule data, including AeroRoutes, lists four weekly flights. Accordingly, this article uses the official announcement’s figure of three flights per week as the reference information.
What to Check Next
Before booking, travelers should recheck the following items in the airline’s official timetable and booking screen.
- Dates actually available for sale and operating days
- Departure and arrival times for RX0853 and RX0854
- Operating frequency and aircraft information
- Same-day operating status, including delays or cancellations for the inaugural flight
Operating days and frequency may change in the airline’s sales system and official timetable. This article was prepared using research materials available at 11:45 a.m. on September 2, 2026, at the time of verification. After the scheduled inaugural date, travelers should give priority to the latest booking screen.
Sources and verification time: Riyadh Air official announcement (https://www.riyadhair.com/en/media-hub/riyadh-air-announces-ticket-sales-bangkok, verified September 2, 2026, at 11:45 UTC), CAPA (https://centreforaviation.com/news/riyadh-air-to-commence-riyadh-bangkok-service-in-sep-2026-1368900, verified September 2, 2026, at 11:45 UTC), AeroRoutes (https://www.aeroroutes.com/eng/260806-rxsep26bkk, verified September 2, 2026, at 11:45 UTC), Wego schedule (https://www.wego.com/schedules/ruh/bkk/flight-schedules-from-riyad-to-bangkok, verified September 2, 2026, at 11:45 UTC).