Saudia, Six Flags partner to boost travel to Qiddiya City attractions

Saudia Airlines has signed a five-year agreement to become the exclusive airline partner for Qiddiya City’s flagship attractions, Six Flags and Aquarabia. 

 

As part of the collaboration, the kingdom’s national carrier will develop tailored travel packages for passengers visiting the two mega theme parks and roll out branded aircraft to promote the destinations across its network. 

 

Located around 40km from Riyadh, Six Flags and Aquarabia are the first destinations to open in Qiddiya City, an emerging multi-venue destination combining entertainment, sports and cultural attractions. Opened on 31 December 2025, Six Flags Qiddiya City is the kingdom’s largest theme park, featuring 28 rides across 320,000 square metres and marking the first Six Flags location outside North America.

 

Aquarabia, slated to open in March 2026, will add a major water-based attraction with 22 rides and 91 private cabanas across a 250,000-square-metre site, and is expected to be one of the largest water parks in the Middle East.

 

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Once complete, Qiddiya City is expected to house 12 theme parks and 43 sports facilities, and will support the kingdom’s Vision 2030 strategy to strengthen Saudi’s position as a global hub for entertainment and tourism.

 

Commenting on the partnership, Brian Machamer, President of Six Flags and Aquarabia, said: "Our partnership with Saudia strengthens our ability to attract visitors from around the world and realise our vision of setting a new global benchmark for immersive, world-class theme park entertainment and reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s growing presence on the global tourism stage."

 

In addition to Qiddiya City, Saudia has served as the airline partner for some of the kingdom’s most high-profile events, including, Formula E, Saudi Cup, Saudi Pro League and Riyadh Fashion Week. 

 

For more information, visit spa.gov.sa/en