利雅得航空获中国民航局批准开通北京与上海航线（2026）——新沙特阿拉伯航司进入中国
沙特阿拉伯最新航司利雅得航空获得中国民航局监管批准，将开通每周7班波音787-9航班飞往北京大兴和上海浦东，开启沙特与中国之间的新直飞走廊。
核心观点
Saudi Arabia's newest national airline, Riyadh Air, received CAAC regulatory approval on July 9, 2026 to launch direct flights to China. The authorization covers 7 weekly Boeing 787-9 flights: 3 weekly to Beijing Daxing (PKX) and 4 weekly to Shanghai Pudong (PVG). Launch dates are pending, but Saudi nationals can already enter China visa-free for 30 days through December 31, 2026.
报道正文
最后审核： 2026年7月14日 · 影响程度： 中等 · 来源： 中国民用航空局（CAAC）
变化内容
根据中国民用航空局（CAAC）于2026年7月9日发布的2026年第二季度国际运营审批，利雅得航空获得授权，在沙特阿拉伯与中国之间运营每周7班客运和货运航班。具体分配如下：
- 利雅得（RUH）与北京大兴国际机场（PKX）之间每周3班
- 利雅得（RUH）与上海浦东国际机场（PVG）之间每周4班
所有航班将使用波音787-9梦想客机运营，这也是利雅得航空现有航线所使用的机型。据Aviation Week报道，民航局最初于2026年5月7日批准了这两项申请，随后在7月9日发布了完整的季度清单。
利雅得航空是一家由沙特阿拉伯公共投资基金（PIF）支持的全新航司，作为王国2030愿景经济多元化战略的一部分而成立。该航司于2026年6月开始商业运营，首飞伦敦希思罗机场，此后已扩展至吉达、迪拜和开罗。据Simple Flying报道，利雅得航空预计其机队将在2026年7月底增至8架波音787-9，并计划在2027年3月前服务22个目的地，到2030年服务超过100个目的地。
这标志着自沙特阿拉伯国家航司沙特航空（Saudia）曾运营有限航线以来，沙特阿拉伯航司首次将运营飞往中国内地的定期直飞航班。北京大兴的航班配额尤其值得关注——利雅得航空成为在2019年9月启用的超级枢纽PKX上最新开通的国际航司之一。
下一步
- Monitor riyadhair.com for route launch announcements and ticket sale dates. 2. Verify your visa-free eligibility on the NIA website (en.nia.gov.cn) if you hold a Saudi passport. 3. Compare with existing Middle Eastern carriers (Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad) that already serve China with confirmed schedules. 4. Plan Beijing airport logistics — Daxing (PKX) is separate from Capital (PEK).
可能变化的部分
Launch dates depend on aircraft delivery schedules, commercial demand assessment, and bilateral slot allocations. Riyadh Air's fleet is growing to 8 Boeing 787-9s by end of July 2026; China routes may launch once sufficient aircraft are available. The Saudi visa-free policy runs through December 31, 2026 and may be extended or modified.
常见问题
When will Riyadh Air start flying to Beijing and Shanghai?
No launch date has been confirmed as of July 14, 2026. Riyadh Air received CAAC regulatory approval on July 9, 2026, but the airline has not announced when ticket sales will open or when the first flights will operate.
Can Saudi Arabian citizens visit China without a visa in 2026?
Yes. Saudi Arabian ordinary passport holders can enter mainland China visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism, business, family visits, exchange visits, and transit. This policy is valid through December 31, 2026, per the National Immigration Administration.
Which Beijing airport will Riyadh Air use and how do I get to the city?
Riyadh Air is approved for Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), located 46 km south of downtown Beijing. Daxing is connected to the city center via the Daxing Airport Express (20 minutes to Caoqiao Station) and high-speed rail links.
How does Riyadh Air compare to Emirates or Qatar Airways for China travel?
Riyadh Air is a brand-new full-service carrier using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. While Emirates and Qatar Airways have established networks and frequent schedules, Riyadh Air offers a direct Riyadh-China connection without a hub stopover — saving 3-5 hours of travel time for Saudi-originating passengers.