Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will start a new weekly flight between Karachi and Riyadh from January 2, 2026, expanding its Saudi Arabia network, the national carrier announced.

The airline already operates flights to Riyadh from Islamabad and Lahore.

The new Karachi service is designed to facilitate travel for business passengers, expatriate workers, and families frequently moving between the two cities.

PIA officials said the addition is part of broader efforts to strengthen international connectivity and rebuild customer confidence.

Flight schedule:

• Flight PK729 will depart Karachi every Friday at 8:45pm on an Airbus A320 and land in Riyadh at 10:45pm

• PK730, will leave Riyadh early Saturday at 12:05pm and arrive in Karachi at 5:10pm