Riyadh Air temporarily moves operations from Saudi capital to Al Qassim

Riyadh Air is operating out of Al Qassim airport due to attacks at King Khalid International Airport. These attacks were carried out by Houthi militia, prompting the temporary relocation of Riyadh Air’s operations. Passengers will experience a 4.5-hour bus journey from Riyadh to Al Qassim as part of this arrangement. The airline states that this move ensures passenger safety and operational continuity. This decision reflects immediate security concerns surrounding the primary airport location in Saudi Arabia.