Flights to Saudi Arabia

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia presents a magnificent fusion of archaeological sites, diverse landscapes and modern innovation.

The capital Riyadh epitomises the beauty of modern-day Saudi Arabia, with the Kingdom Centre skyscraper towering over the 19th century Masmak Fortress. Meanwhile, the city’s remote location allows for dazzling night skies and tours into the rolling red sand dunes of the Arabian desert.

Dammam, a vibrant port city in the east, is a showcase of innovative architecture. The Dammam Corniche is a famous palm tree-lined promenade punctuated by relaxed cafes and restaurants.

Saudi Arabia’s coastline also presents the jewels of Jeddah and Al Khobar. Jeddah, in the west, is the Kingdom’s second largest city and features beautiful Red Sea beaches, buzzing souks and pulsating nightlife. Watch King Fahd’s Fountain propel water nearly 300 metres into the sky, a sight best enjoyed after dark when more than 500 lights illuminate the spray.

Further afield, in the Ashar Valley, the events space Maraya, the world’s largest mirrored building, blends seamlessly into the landscape.

Mada'in Salih is one of the Kingdom’s most revered historical locations. Venture into the desert to discover 131 tombs, intricately carved into sandstone outcrops over 2,000 years ago.

From here it’s a short journey to the ancient oasis city of Al-Ula, where profound history meets cutting-edge experiences and accommodation. See neon lights dancing on rockfaces at extraordinary music festivals. Recharge at world-leading wellness retreats and relax at immersive glamping experiences off the beaten track.

Saudi Arabia’s passion project, Neom will grace the desert in Tabuk with yet more modern architectural beauty. Its aim is to reinvent urban life with tourist resorts and The Line, a linear city completely powered by renewable energy.

For adventure seekers, Saudi Arabia offers remote landscapes, towering mountains and vast deserts. Aseer National Park near Abha is home to lush juniper forests and the sounds of rare birds. Taif, east of Mecca, features a spectacular cable car ride to Al Hada Mountain’s summit and is famed for its fragrant rose fields.

The Kingdom has emerged as a key sporting destination too, hosting major events like Formula 1, along with boxing, football and wrestling. Riyadh Season further enriches the cultural landscape, with global stars headlining several weeks of world-class entertainment in the capital each year.