RIYADH AIR, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, will operate daily flights between Manila and Riyadh starting Sept. 9, expanding its network in Asia and adding a new direct link between the Philippines and the Kingdom. In a statement on Tuesday, the airline said ticket sales for the new route have opened ahead of the service launch. The daily service will be operated using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. “The new daily service to Manila reflects the expanding relationship between Saudi Arabia and the Philippines,” the airline said. Riyadh Air, which was launched in 2023, is expanding its international network as part of Saudi Arabia’s broader aviation and tourism development strategy.