Riyadh : Saudi Arabian Airlines launched flights from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh to Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport in Nice, France.

This marks the airline's second destination in France and a new seasonal route for the summer.

The move comes within the framework of Saudia's strategy to expand its international network.

The maiden flight of the national carrier of Saudi Arabia departed King Khalid International Airport for Nice in the presence of Mohammad Baakdah, Vice President-Ground Operations of Saudia and Mohammed Alshammari, Chief Operations Officer of Riyadh Airports Company.

Saudia aims to strengthen bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and France by operating flights to both Paris and Nice.

Launching flights from Riyadh to Nice showcases Saudi's commitment to international networks, as well as its position as a leading airline in the region.