Flynas Starts First Non-Stop Riyadh–Moscow Route
Flynas, Saudi Arabia’s biggest low-cost airline and a key name in global budget travel, has just rolled out its first-ever non-stop service between Riyadh and Moscow. This step is both a major boost for the airline itself and a clear sign that Saudi Arabia and Russia are deepening their economic, tourist, and cultural connections. Neon Report
The route got off the ground on August 1, 2025, with three non-stop flights each week. Passengers depart from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and touchdown at Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow. By launching this service, Flynas becomes the first airline to run regular non-stop flights between the Kingdom and Russia, opening doors for both business groups and holidaymakers.
Ceremony Marks New Link
Welcome parties at Riyadh and Moscow airports celebrated the service’s debut. Senior Flynas executives, Riyadh Airports Company leaders, and officials from the Saudi Tourism Authority and Vnukovo Airport shared the spotlight. New travelers on the first flights were greeted with gifts that underline the cultural value of this fresh connection.
Flynas just added its new Riyadh–Moscow route, calling it a key piece of its ever-expanding global puzzle that now covers over 70 destinations in 30 countries. Today, the airline is flying 139 total routes and racking up more than 2,000 flights a week. Since its start in 2007, it has carried more than 80 million passengers.
Part of a Bigger Plan
This route is not just another flight—it’s a stepping stone in Flynas’ growth strategy and fits perfectly with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the National Civil Aviation Strategy. These plans aim to turn the Kingdom into a leading global aviation hub. By the end of the decade, the goal is to serve 330 million passengers, connect to 250 international cities, and welcome 150 million tourists a year.
Flynas puts it this way: “We Connect the World to the Kingdom.” With the new Riyadh–Moscow flight, the airline is helping the Kingdom diversify its economy beyond oil. More flights mean more opportunities for tourism, trade, and cultural exchange with important partners around the globe.
Boosting Tourism and Business Links
Direct flights between Saudi Arabia and Russia are starting just when both nations want stronger ties. More flights will meet rising interest from travelers heading to Saudi Arabia’s historic sites and religious cities, including Mecca and Medina. Visitors from Russia can join the Pilgrims Experience Program (PEP) to enjoy these wonders more easily.
Saudi citizens, too, will benefit. They can reach Moscow quickly, tapping into one of Eastern Europe’s leading cultural and business centers. Better air links pave the way for more trade, investment, and personal connections, deepening the friendship between Riyadh and Moscow and encouraging stronger diplomacy.
Flynas Keeps Growing
Flynas, the pioneer of budget air travel in the Middle East, keeps adding new routes to handle higher demand. With the new Riyadh-Moscow service, it is on track to meet its goal of serving 165 cities in the near future.
Flynas is following a larger Middle Eastern trend giving Gulf airlines a global footprint. With affordable, dependable flights, it isn’t only going after regional travelers but setting sights on the whole international market, quickly pushing into every corner of the world.
Booking Made Easy
Flynas makes travel accessible by letting you book tickets through its website, the app, phone support, or trusted travel agents. This choice simplifies the process, especially for travelers looking for budget-friendly options against full-service competitors.
Combining top-notch customer experience, low fares, and smart operations, the airline has become a go-to for millions. Now that it has added Moscow to the route list, Flynas cements its role as a reliable link between Saudi Arabia and global metropolises.
Future Goals
The new Riyadh-Moscow route isn’t just another flight; it’s a piece of the larger strategy for Saudi aviation and tourism. The country keeps rolling out new visitor-friendly projects, and teaming up with airlines like Flynas is a key part of the plan to widen access and reach national growth targets.
Travelers reap quick rewards from the new Riyadh-Moscow flight: less time in the air, fairer ticket prices, and the chance to piece together entire new journeys with a single hop. For Saudi Arabia and Russia, the new route is more than a flight—it’s a sign that their partnership is deepening, reaching into shared exhibits, more trade, and joint diplomatic work before they even take off together.
With Flynas soaring to more markets this year, folks boarding in Riyadh can soon hop straight to other must-see global hotspots with zero stops. The inauguration of the Riyadh-Moscow route is more than a new sticker on the map—it lays out how Flynas plans to scale its wings, keeping its crown as the region’s pioneering budget carrier and pitching the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 right into the cockpit.
