Delta’s New Saudi Arabia Service Begins Oct. 23
Delta Air Lines will soon launch its previously announced service to Saudi Arabia, with nonstop flights between Atlanta (ATL) and Riyadh (RUH) scheduled to begin on October 23, 2026.
The new route will initially operate three times per week, although Delta plans to operate daily service from October 23 through October 30. Flights will use an Airbus A350-900 featuring Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort and Delta Main.
The airline has also announced a limited time promotion. Round-trip economy seats between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Riyadh Airport (RUH) will start from 30,000 SkyMiles and $77 in taxes and fees.
At more than 7,000 miles, the Atlanta-Riyadh route will be one of the longest in Delta’s network. The airline says customers traveling from Riyadh will also have one-stop access through Atlanta to more than 150 destinations across the United States.
The Riyadh service is part of Delta’s broader international expansion. The carrier has been adding more long-haul destinations from Atlanta, including its recently launched nonstop service to Marrakech.
For passengers, the A350 means the route will offer Delta’s full range of long-haul cabins. Delta One will feature lie-flat seats, while Premium Select provides a larger seat with additional recline. SkyMiles members will also have access to complimentary Delta Sync Wi-Fi powered by T-Mobile.
