Riyadh Air has unveiled the cabins for its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. With flights set to commence in late 2025, the cabins are aimed at blending Saudi heritage with travel and cutting-edge technology.
“Riyadh Air has always promised to deliver a world-class experience for our guests and the unveiling of our cabin interiors make this ambition a reality. The design, layout, and features of our new cabins are carefully crafted to ensure flights are as comfortable and enjoyable as possible…every facet of the cabins has been chosen to deliver relaxing luxury,” said Tony Douglas, Riyadh Air CEO.
Business Elite Suite
Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9s will feature four Business Elite suites located in the aircraft’s first row, configured in a 1-2-1 layout.
- Screen: 32-inch 4K OLED
- Seat: 45-inch pitch, 22.5-inch width, 78-inch fully flat bed
- Seat Manufacturer: Safran (Unity Elite)
- Privacy: 52-inch high walls with sliding doors, center divider
- Charging: A/C power, 1x USB-A, 2x USB-C
The front center seats can be converted into a double bed. Alongside the larger IFE screen and multiple charging ports, built-in headrest speakers are integrated into the seat.
According to the airline, the design inspiration draws from traditional Arabic tents, with a unique “canopy twist” overhead and stone-textured finishes.
Moreover, Riyadh Air will offer high-speed Wi-Fi and live TV, courtesy of Viasat and Panasonic Avionics.
Business Class
Behind the Elite section, Riyadh Air will offer 24 Business Class suites, spread across six rows in a 1-2-1 configuration.
- Screen: 22-inch 4K OLED
- Seat: 45-inch pitch, 22.5-inch width, 78-inch bed length
- Seat Manufacturer: Safran Seats
- Privacy: Full-height walls with privacy doors
- Charging: A/C power, 1x USB-A, 2x USB-C
Every Business Class seat will have direct aisle access for ease of moving around the cabin and fully flat beds. Just like in Business Elite, the headrests are embedded with Devialet stereo speakers.
Moreover, the cabin features tufted seat finishes and dark indigo highlights. Passengers are expected to benefit from intelligent lighting calibrated to reduce jet lag and enhance relaxation.
Premium Economy Cabin
Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 Premium Economy cabin will feature 39 seats across six rows in a 2-3-2 configuration.
- Screen: 15.6-inch 4K OLED
- Seat: 38-inch pitch, 19.2-inch width
- Seat Manufacturer: Recaro PL3530
- Charging: 4x USB-C ports per seat
The Premium Economy seats offer enhanced privacy with headrest wings, plush recliner-style comfort with calf rests, and expanded personal space. Each seat features a folding side table, storage, and soft-touch materials in rich mocha tones.
Economy Cabin
The Economy Class will feature 223 seats, spread across 25 rows in a 3-3-3 configuration.
- Screen: 13.4-inch 4K OLED
- Seat: 31-inch pitch, 17.2-inch width
- Seat Manufacturer: Recaro R3
- Charging: 2x USB-C ports per seat
In the Economy Class, passengers will find 6-way adjustable headrests, a lavender interior theme, and high-resolution touchscreens with live TV options.
Moreover, the high-speed onboard Wi-Fi is complimentary for loyalty program members and available gate-to-gate where permitted.
With just two of as many as 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners flying to two yet-unnamed European cities – but with one plane per month arriving from the start of 2026, the Gulf airline aims to connect more than 100 destinations by 2030.
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