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Saudia inks expanded codeshare pact with SkyTeam partners ahead of Delta’s new Atlanta-Riyadh service

New partnership boosts connectivity to US and Canadian routes via key European hubs.

Saudia inks expanded codeshare pact with SkyTeam partners ahead of Delta’s new Atlanta-Riyadh service

Saudia has announced an expansion of its codeshare agreement with key SkyTeam partners, including Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines, and Virgin Atlantic. This broadened collaboration aims to enhance passenger access to destinations across the United States and Canada. The deal leverages established European hubs operated by these partner airlines for seamless connections. Specifically, Saudia anticipates increased traffic through Air France-KLM's Paris hub, Delta’s Atlanta hub, and Virgin Atlantic’s London Heathrow hub. This expanded network supports Saudi Arabian flag carrier’s upcoming direct flights from Riyadh to Atlanta, scheduled to commence on 28 September.


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