New Link to the Saudi Capital
IndiGo airlines officially announced on Friday the launch of direct flights between Bengaluru (BLR) and Riyadh (RUH), set to begin operating on November 16, 2025. This move significantly enhances connectivity between India’s bustling technology hub and Saudi Arabia’s primary center for trade and investment.
Riyadh is the second Saudi city, after Jeddah, to be directly linked to Bengaluru by IndiGo. The airline, utilizing its Airbus A320 aircraft on the new route, aims to provide travelers with an affordable and seamless travel experience.
“As Saudi Arabia’s capital and a key hub for trade and investment, Riyadh is significant for IndiGo to strengthen air connectivity with India,” stated Vinay Malhotra, IndiGo’s head of sales. “This new route from Bengaluru marks IndiGo’s fourth non-stop connection to Riyadh, after Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad.”
Expanding Middle East Footprint
The addition of the Bengaluru-Riyadh service further solidifies IndiGo’s presence in the Middle East. The airline currently connects India with four major cities in Saudi Arabia: Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam, and Madinah.
This expansion is strategically timed to support the growing demand driven by business travel, trade, workforce movement, and tourism between India and the Middle East. Malhotra added that the route “will enhance accessibility for business and workforce from the region while reinforcing IndiGo’s growing network across Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.”
Flight Schedule Details
The new service will operate five days a week beginning November 16.
| Route | Flight Number | Days of Operation | Departure Time | Arrival Time (Next Day) |
| Bengaluru (BLR) to Riyadh (RUH) | 6E 0053 | Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | 22:05 (10:05 PM) | 01:00 (1:00 AM) in Riyadh |
| Riyadh (RUH) to Bengaluru (BLR) | 6E 0054 | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | 02:00 (2:00 AM) | 09:15 (9:15 AM) in Bengaluru |
IndiGo’s Current Fleet and Network
As one of the world’s fastest-growing low-cost carriers, IndiGo boasts a massive fleet of 400 aircraft. The airline currently operates approximately 2,200 daily flights, linking 90 domestic and 40 international destinations. The carrier’s impressive growth saw it induct 58 aircraft in 2024 and welcome over 118 million customers in FY25.
The launch of the Bengaluru-Riyadh route is part of IndiGo’s ongoing strategy to expand its international reach and make global travel more convenient for its customers.