Private jet to Riyadh Season
Riyadh Season 2026 opens on 21 October with a 10-week programme of boxing, UFC, tennis and concerts. Jets land at King Khalid International, a 24-hour airport of entry with FBOs.
- Opens
- 21 October 2026
- Programme
- 10 weeks
- Airport
- King Khalid (OERK)
- Permits
- At least 72 hours
How the trip works
Riyadh Season 2026 opens on 21 October 2026 with a 10-week programme; the opening announcement gave no closing date. Private jets land at King Khalid International (OERK), a 24-hour airport of entry with FBOs.
Riyadh Season is the capital's winter entertainment programme, now in its seventh edition under the theme Big Time. It runs across several zones in the city rather than one venue, so the drive from the jet depends on where you are going.
The 2026 programme includes boxing and wrestling, UFC bouts, the Six Kings Slam tennis tournament, concerts, theatre and comedy. Boulevard World returns with new pavilions for the Netherlands, Portugal and Yemen, alongside Boulevard City, Wonder Garden, The Groves, the Farmers' Market and the Ana Arabia exhibition at VIA Riyadh.
Dates for individual fights, matches and concerts are released through the season, so plan the flight around the night you want once its date is published. The Saudi Cup follows in February 2027 at the same airport; see private jet charter to Riyadh for the airport itself.
Sources:TradeArabia, September 2026: Riyadh Season 2026 to open on October 21Gulf News, September 2026: Riyadh Season 2026 to begin on October 21 with 10 weeks of entertainmentUniversal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)
What is on at Riyadh Season 2026
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Opening | 21 October 2026 |
| Length | 10-week programme; no closing date given at launch |
| Edition | Seventh, under the theme Big Time |
| Sport | Boxing and wrestling, UFC bouts, the Six Kings Slam tennis tournament |
| Zones | Boulevard World, Boulevard City, Wonder Garden, The Groves, the Farmers' Market, Ana Arabia at VIA Riyadh |
| Entertainment | Concerts with Saudi, Arab and international artists, theatre, comedy and family shows |
Dates for individual events are published by the organisers during the season.
Sources:TradeArabia, September 2026: Riyadh Season 2026 to open on October 21Gulf News, September 2026: Riyadh Season 2026 to begin on October 21 with 10 weeks of entertainment
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Flying into Riyadh
| Item | What applies |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | 24 hours, airport of entry |
| Services | FBOs, fuel and in-flight catering |
| Customs | Handled in the FBO at the larger airports, usually 10 to 15 minutes |
| Landing permit | Three business days (Sunday to Thursday) officially; sometimes much faster |
| Parking | Seldom an issue outside large events; confirm it early for a headline fight or concert night |
| Last leg | By car to the zone or venue; the drive depends on the zone |
From Universal Weather's Saudi Arabia guide, last updated April 2022; the operator confirms current rules.
Sources:Universal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)
Which jet for Riyadh
From Jeddah, Dubai or Doha, a light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 300 covers the trip. From Europe, a heavy jet such as the Gulfstream G650 flies non-stop.
Light jets in Saudi Arabia charter at about SAR 17,370 to SAR 27,310 per flight hour, midsize jets at about SAR 24,860 to SAR 34,750 and heavy jets at about SAR 44,690 to SAR 69,550, before fees and taxes.
What to know before you fly into Saudi Arabia
- Landing permits from the General Authority of Civil Aviation are required for all private and charter flights, with a minimum lead time of 72 hours. Your operator files them with full crew and passenger details.
- Jeddah (OEJN), Riyadh (OERK) and Dammam (OEDF) are 24-hour airports of entry; Jeddah and Riyadh have FBOs and full services.
- Alcohol on board must be sealed in a locked, numbered bar before arrival and stay sealed on the ground. Expect full aircraft searches.
- Saudi Arabia lifted cabotage restrictions in May 2025.
Sources:Universal Weather, 2025: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix business aviation planning guideUniversal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)AIN, October 2025: Alliance opens FBO at Saudi Arabia's AlUla airport
Jets for Riyadh Season
Regional and long-range jets that fly into Riyadh.
Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhen does Riyadh Season 2026 start?+
It opens on 21 October 2026, the seventh edition of the season.
How long does Riyadh Season 2026 run?+
It was announced as a 10-week programme from 21 October. No closing date was given at launch, and individual event dates are released through the season.
Which airport serves Riyadh Season?+
King Khalid International (OERK), a 24-hour airport of entry with FBOs, fuel and catering. The last leg to each zone is by car.
Is MDLBEAST Soundstorm on in December 2026?+
No. MDLBEAST cancelled the 2026 edition, which was due on 3 and 4 December at Banban, on 1 October 2026 without giving a reason. It says it will return in 2027.
How much does a private jet to Riyadh cost?+
Light jets charter at about SAR 17,370 to SAR 27,310 per flight hour for the whole aircraft, before fees. We quote the full trip for your route and dates.
Related pages
Fares, dates and rules on this page were checked on 19 October 2026. Official fares and schedules change every season; the operator or authority named in each source has the final word.
- 1.TradeArabia, September 2026: Riyadh Season 2026 to open on October 21
- 2.Gulf News, September 2026: Riyadh Season 2026 to begin on October 21 with 10 weeks of entertainment
- 3.Universal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)
- 4.Universal Weather, 2025: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix business aviation planning guide
- 5.AIN, October 2025: Alliance opens FBO at Saudi Arabia's AlUla airport
- 6.DJ Mag, October 2026: Soundstorm festival cancels 2026 edition
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