Delta to begin Nonstop Atlanta to Riyadh Flights in October 2026
Delta Air lines to launch a nonstop flight between Atlanta and Riyadh on October 23, 2026. This is Delta's first route to Saudi Arabia, and also the first nonstop any U.S. airline has run to the Saudi capital. Anyone who's been connecting through Europe, Istanbul or a Gulf hub cuts a stop. What Delta has confirmed Flight Route - Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh. The first week,i.e Oct. 23 to Oct. 30, it will run daily and then three days a week for the rest of the year. It’s an Airbus A350-900 with four cabins, from Delta One to Main. All feature Delta Studio entertainment and eligible SkyMiles Members can enjoy Delta Sync Wi-Fi. You need to ask for Halal meals at least 24 hours before your flight. This is one of Delta's longer flights, at over 7,000 miles. It’s about 13 hours out and 15 and half an hours back, slower on the return because of headwinds. These dates are still subject to change prior to October. ...