Delta is going where it hasn’t gone before.

The airline made headlines on Monday when it announced it is adding its first nonstop service between the airline’s hub in Atlanta to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the largest city on the Arabian Peninsula.

The flight, beginning October 2026, marks the latest development in the flow of commerce and investment between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia.

“Launching service to Riyadh marks a key step in Delta’s global growth as we start our second century of flight,” said Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines.

“Our new flights will connect customers to this dynamic, fast-growing region while delivering the care, comfort and reliability they expect. It reflects our bold vision to create meaningful opportunities and experiences in every corner of the world in the yea

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