Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a significant move to enhance the travel experience for its passengers, Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s pioneering digital-native airline, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with noon Payments, a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and part of the noon Group. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the airline’s payment processes by integrating noon Payments’ advanced digital gateway, offering travelers seamless and secure transaction options.
This strategic partnership is set to introduce a host of benefits for Riyadh Air passengers, including expanded card acceptance, alternative payment methods, and cutting-edge features that promise to streamline the booking process. Riyadh Air’s alliance with noon Payments not only reinforces its commitment to innovation but also positions the airline at the forefront of digital transformation in the aviation industry.
The partnership marks another milestone in Riyadh Air’s ongoing efforts to redefine air travel since its inception in March 2023. By leveraging noon Payments’ state-of-the-art technology, Riyadh Air aims to provide an elevated and frictionless travel experience from booking to landing. This collaboration also underscores the airline’s dedication to operational efficiency and its mission to offer guests a familiar and trusted payment experience.
Riyadh Air’s focus on enhancing the passenger journey is further strengthened by its partnership with noon Payments, which allows the airline to tap into noon’s expertise in digital solutions. This development not only changes the way global travelers book and pay for flights but also aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader economic goals of fostering local innovation and driving technological advancement.
noon Payments, known for its commitment to innovation and technological excellence, views this partnership as an opportunity to bring world-class payment services to Riyadh Air’s customers. The collaboration will elevate the standard of payment security and customer care, ensuring that every transaction is smooth and reliable. Together, Riyadh Air and noon Payments are not just setting a new standard in the aviation industry—they are redefining what it means to travel well.
This partnership comes at a time when Saudi Arabia’s technological sector is experiencing rapid growth, supported by the Kingdom’s investments in digital infrastructure as part of the National Strategy for Data and AI. Riyadh Air and noon Payments stand as exemplars of this commitment, contributing to the Kingdom’s vision of becoming a global leader in technology and innovation.
Since its launch, Riyadh Air has consistently partnered with global leaders like Lufthansa Systems, IBM Consulting, Accenture, Swiss AS, CAE, and Microsoft. These collaborations have shaped the airline’s offerings and operational models, setting new benchmarks in sustainability and passenger-focused innovation. The partnership with noon Payments is yet another step in Riyadh Air’s journey to becoming the world’s most innovative and passenger-centric airline.
