Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Saudi Arabia Minister of Tourism, Ahmed Al-Khateeb, proudly announced the Kingdom’s transformative vision for the global travel and tourism sector during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, Switzerland. With a steadfast commitment to reshaping global travel and promoting cultural exchange, Saudi Arabia has positioned itself as a pivotal player in the international tourism dialogue. Under Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia’s tourism industry is booming like never before.
Tourism contributes 5% to the Kingdom’s GDP, with projections to double to 10% by 2030. Fueling this growth are multi-billion-dollar investments in iconic projects such as: These projects, combined with private-sector collaborations, aim to welcome 150 million tourists annually, establishing Saudi Arabia as a top global destination. Destination Country Airlines Route Highlights China Saudia Direct flights to Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shanghai.
China Southern Airlines Direct flights from Guangzhou to Riyadh and Jeddah. Emirates One-stop flights via Dubai to major Chinese cities. Qatar Airways One-stop flights via Doha to Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu.
Air China Seasonal direct flights from Riyadh to Beijing. Sri Lanka Saudia Direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo. SriLankan Airlines Direct flights from Colombo to Riyadh and Jeddah.
Flynas Low-cost direct flights to Colombo. Qatar Airways One-stop flights via Doha to Colombo. Emirates One-stop flights via Dubai to Co.