Atlanta-based carrier announced a new partnership with Saudi Arabia’s new full-service global carrier, , on Tuesday. The collaboration is expected to strengthen connectivity and expand both carriers’ networks. Once Riyadh Air officially commences operations next year, the partnership will open new international destinations to Delta passengers.
As it will become more established over the years, the airlines plan to explore an immunized joint venture to grow their respective networks further. Delta and Riyadh Air jointly announced the partnership with the goal of introducing a variety of benefits to travelers traveling between North America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and beyond. The agreement between the two carriers was signed Tuesday at a ceremony at Delta’s headquarters.
Ed Bastian, Delta’s CEO, spoke about the new partnership. "This partnership with Riyadh Air will further Delta's mission of connecting the world and open an array of new choices, benefits and destinations for our customers traveling to and from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Most importantly, Riyadh Air shares Delta's commitment to providing an elevated customer experience, which is why we're looking forward to building and expanding this partnership in the months and years ahead.
We appreciate the opportunity to work with the Riyadh Air team and the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia as they transform the transportation economy in the Kingdom." Riyadh Air was founded on March 12, 2023. One of .