Saudi low-cost airline Flynas has launched three weekly direct flights between Riyadh and Nairobi, beginning on October 2, 2025. This new route aims to boost connectivity between East Africa and the Middle East, supporting tourism, trade, and religious travel.

• The flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from King Khalid International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
• Waleed Alahmed, Flynas Director of Corporate Communications, stated the route will make travel more convenient and affordable, while facilitating access for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
• This expansion is part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 strategy to connect the Kingdom with 250 international destinations and attract 150 million tourists annually.