A321 Captain Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Active Posted 16 Sept 2026

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Job Overview

Airline

Riyadh Air

Position

Captain

Base

Riyadh

Aircraft

A321

Rating

Not Required

Contract

Permanent

Role overview

Riyadh Air is recruiting Direct Entry A321 Captains for its Riyadh-based flight operation. The role includes domestic and international flying from the airline’s Riyadh hub, with full-time and lifestyle rostering options available subject to defined eligibility criteria and availability. Candidates must bring substantial multi-crew command experience, including recent command time on Airbus aircraft.

Airline Facts

About Riyadh Air

Founded
2023
Headquarters
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Airline overview

Riyadh Air is a Saudi Arabian national airline headquartered in Riyadh and backed by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). The airline is developing a global network from its Riyadh hub, with plans to connect Saudi Arabia with more than 100 destinations worldwide. Its fleet strategy includes Airbus A321neo, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 787-9 aircraft as the airline expands its operations.

Requirements

Rating Type Rating
Not Required
License
ICAO - ATPL(A)
Medical
ICAO - Class 1
Language
ICAO Level 5+

Minimum Total Flight Time

5,000 hours

Other Minimum Flight Time

  • Minimum 5,000 total flying hours on multi-crew, multi-engine aircraft.
  • Minimum 1,500 hours of recent command experience on Airbus aircraft.
  • Minimum 150 command hours within the 12 months before joining Riyadh Air.

Other License Requirements

  • Valid ICAO ATPL required.
  • A321 type rating not required.

Benefits

  • Full-time and lifestyle rostering options available, subject to defined criteria and availability.

Application

How to apply

Applications are handled on the employer's external application page.

Posted by Skyreer.aero Posted 16 Sept 2026 Last verified at 17 Sept 2026

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