Riyadh Cargo takes flight

Efficient, reliable, and digitally led

Riyadh Cargo marks the next stage in Riyadh Air’s operational journey. Launched in 2025, it is a dedicated cargo business powered by Riyadh Air. With 122 wide-body aircraft on order, we are suitably poised to serve global trade through the airline’s growing passenger network. Riyadh Cargo enables efficient, reliable freight movement using the belly capacity of Riyadh Air’s modern fleet. This approach allows us to build a robust cargo foundation while enhancing overall operational efficiency. Our cargo business is a core part of Riyadh Air’s Pathway to Perfect strategy and a meaningful contributor to Saudi Arabia’s ambitious goals of Vision 2030.

Our cargo vision

Digitally led cargo solutions for a connected world

Riyadh Cargo is designed as a digitally led cargo operation, focused on reliability, transparency, and service excellence since inception. Our ambition is clear: to develop a world-class cargo business that complements Riyadh Air’s passenger network while setting new benchmarks for operational efficiency and scalability.

What we deliver

Cargo handled with care

Since the formation of the business, Riyadh Cargo has carried general cargo and perishables, transported exclusively via the Riyadh Air fleet. Every shipment is handled with the same discipline and care that defines Riyadh Air. *Compliance note: Riyadh Cargo does not accept Dangerous Goods currently.

Our promise

Service excellence you can measure

Riyadh Cargo is built around consistent service levels and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. From day one, performance benchmarks have been set to ensure reliability and visibility. This is a cargo business designed to earn trust through delivery and supported by clearly defined service standards.

Centralized Air Waybill (AWB) stock, an industry-first approach designed to simplify processes and improve control

Designed to be available around the clock, offering self service options through automation

A strong focus on consistency, reliability, and accountability

Built for the Future

A new standard in air logistics

Riyadh Cargo is investing in a robust digital foundation to support scale. Our end-to-end Cargo Management System will deliver a faster, more intuitive user experience, accelerating speed to market. This foundation enables real-time decision-making and positions Riyadh Cargo for scalable, sustainable growth.

Performance highlights

Proof from our soft launch

Since commencing cargo operations, Riyadh Cargo has demonstrated early operational capability by successfully moving diverse commodities. These results highlight strong operational readiness as the business continues to scale to serve evolving market needs. So far, Riyadh Cargo has flown over 1.7 million kgs of cargo across a wide range of commodities: