Routes World 2026
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• 27 – 29 October 2026
The global route development community will come together for the 31st Routes World event in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Routes World 2026 will bring together airlines, airports and aviation stakeholders from across the world to build air services and global economic growth. The event will create a platform for conversations between senior network planners that will define the industry's global future.
What to expect at Routes World 2026
Over 230
of the world's leading airlines are in attendance
Over 110
countries are represented during the event
Over 11,000
face-to-face meetings are set to take place
Who could you be meeting with?
Join representatives from the world's leading airlines, airports, and tourism authorities at Routes World and take advantage of the unique cost and time-saving benefits that the event provides.
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Airports Attendees
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Arrive with purpose, depart with results
Comprising extensive meeting opportunities, exclusive industry insight and first-class networking opportunities, Routes World 2026 is a must-attend event.
Exclusive face-to-face meetings
More than 45 pre-scheduled meetings will provide you with unrivalled opportunities to discuss and negotiate future air services with senior airline representatives.
Actionable industry insight
Gain exclusive insight from airline CEOs and industry heavyweights as they discuss the current state of the industry and the actions that must be taken to continue to stimulate recovery.
Unrivalled networking events
The hospitality programme will support you in fostering new business relationships and networking informally with your industry partners in more relaxed and informal settings.
Dedicated to delivering results
say Routes World is important to their business
of airline delegates are sole or joint decision-makers in launching new routes
would recommend Routes World to a colleague
“Routes World is an event not to be missed if you want to further develop your air service network, meet strategic business partners and promote your company.”Jiri Vyskoc
Executive Director, Aviation Business Development, Prague Airport
“I had an exceptional experience at Routes World 2024, where I had the opportunity to connect with new airlines, explore new business opportunities, and gain valuable insights into the future of global aviation.”
Sérgio Joau
Airlines Business Manager, São Paulo - Campinas Viracopos International Airport
