Private Jet to Riyadh for King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2026
A private jet to Riyadh for King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2026 suits falconers, owners and their guests who want to arrive on their own terms for one of the most significant heritage events in the Gulf calendar. The Saudi Falcons Club has announced the festival for 17 to 30 November 2026 at its headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh, where falconers from the Kingdom, the wider Gulf and beyond compete for the King Abdulaziz Cups.
This page explains the event, the practical side of reaching Malham and how MEGA arranges the flights.
The festival at a glance
- Dates: 17–30 November 2026, as announced by the Saudi Falcons Club.
- Location: Saudi Falcons Club headquarters, Malham, north of Riyadh.
- Organiser: Saudi Falcons Club.
- Competitions: the Milwah speed races and the Mazayen beauty contest, across categories of falcon.
The Saudi Falcons Club describes the festival as the largest gathering of falcons of its kind, and it has set Guinness World Records for participating falcons. Beyond the competitions, it is a meeting point for a community that values heritage, bloodlines and training, and it draws senior figures from across the region.
Why book a private jet to Riyadh for King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2026
A two-week event, attended in stages
Few visitors stay for all fourteen days. Owners may come for the rounds that involve their birds, guests for finals or ceremonies. A charter lets each visit be planned around the days that matter, with a return the same evening or the next morning.
Arriving close to Malham
Malham lies to the north of Riyadh. King Khalid International Airport is also on the northern side of the city, which keeps the road journey shorter than from central Riyadh. We plan the transfer with your handler and driver once the timings are set.
Privacy and hospitality
Families and senior guests often prefer a private terminal arrival and a cabin where they can travel together, with catering arranged to their preference.
Groups from across the Gulf
Falconers travel from Kuwait, Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain and Oman as well as from further afield. A single aircraft can collect a group and bring it in together.
Travelling with falcons
Many visitors will ask whether a falcon can fly with them. In the Gulf it is common for falcons to travel in the passenger cabin of private aircraft, but it is never automatic. Each case depends on:
- The operator's approval. The operator decides whether animals may be carried in the cabin, and how.
- Health and import rules. Saudi Arabia applies its own veterinary and import conditions, and the Saudi Falcons Club publishes conditions for transporting falcons to its events.
- Documentation. Falcon passports, CITES permits where the species requires them, and health certificates must be in order before departure.
We raise these points with the operator at the start of the request, but falconers remain responsible for the bird's documents and veterinary requirements. If there is any doubt, we will tell you before you commit.
Travel planning for Riyadh in late November
- Busy period. The festival overlaps with PIF Saudi International golf (18–21 November) and, at its end, with the Global Logistics Forum and Global Airports Forum. Business-aviation demand in Riyadh can be high, so parking at King Khalid International is requested for each flight and is not guaranteed.
- Daytime programme. Event listings show daytime sessions. We plan arrival and departure times around the programme and the road transfer.
- Weather. Late November in Riyadh is generally mild, though dust can affect visibility; operators make the final weather decisions.
- Entry documents. Passengers are responsible for their own visas and entry requirements.
See our guide to a private jet to Riyadh for more on arriving in the capital.
Who we support
- Falcon owners and falconers competing or attending.
- Families and guests of participants.
- Gulf and international dignitaries attending as guests, where protocol and privacy matter.
- Sponsors and heritage organisations hosting visitors.
Choosing the aircraft
Regional sectors from the Gulf are often well served by a light or midsize jet. Larger family groups, or guests flying from Europe or Asia, may need a super-midsize or heavy jet. If a falcon will travel in the cabin, mention it at the start, because it can affect which aircraft and operators are suitable. We can also plan onward flights within the Kingdom; our domestic Saudi Arabia charter page explains how those work.
How MEGA coordinates the aviation side
MEGA is an operator-led aviation and aircraft management company. For an event charter we plan the mission and coordinate the aircraft; the flight itself operates under the Air Operator Certificate of a licensed partner operator, which keeps full operational responsibility for the aircraft, crew and safety decisions. In practice our work covers:
- Aircraft selection. We match cabin size, range and baggage space to your passenger list and departure city, and present the options that suit the trip.
- Trip support. Flight planning inputs, overflight and landing permission requests through the operator, and timing around the event programme.
- Ground coordination. Liaison with the handling agent at the arrival airport for passenger processing, parking requests and vehicle access, plus onward ground transport where you need it.
- Crew and schedule changes. If your plans move, we work with the operator to re-time the flight within crew duty limits and airport operating hours.
- Multi-leg planning. Additional sectors inside Saudi Arabia or onward to other countries, subject to permits and operator approval.
Nothing here is pre-booked or held in reserve. Aircraft, slots and permissions are confirmed for each request, which is why early contact gives you the widest choice.
Combining the festival with other plans
Visitors often add other stops to a festival trip. Some continue to Jeddah or AlUla, others return home through Dubai or Doha. We can plan those sectors as part of one request. For the wider November calendar in the Kingdom, see our 2026 events private jet charter hub.
What shapes the quote
We do not publish prices, because every event charter is priced on its own details. The main factors are:
- Aircraft category. Larger cabins and longer range cost more to operate.
- Routing and flying time. Distance, the number of sectors and any repositioning of the aircraft to your departure point.
- Waiting days. Whether the aircraft and crew stay in the Kingdom during the event or fly away and return, which affects crew accommodation, parking and positioning costs.
- Airport and handling charges. Landing, parking, handling and passenger fees at each airport.
- Permits and timing. Overflight and landing permissions, and any changes made at short notice.
- Catering and requests on board. Anything beyond the operator's standard service.
When you share your plans we explain which of these drive the figure, so you can compare options such as a one-way drop-off against keeping the aircraft for the return. If your dates are flexible, a multi-city itinerary can sometimes reduce empty positioning.
A simple planning timeline
- Six weeks or more before: share dates, passenger numbers and departure city so we can review aircraft and timing.
- Three to four weeks before: confirm the aircraft, passenger names and any special requests such as baggage, catering or travelling animals.
- One week before: finalise ground transport and arrival times with the handler.
- On the day: our team stays in contact with the operator and handler until the flight has arrived.
Short-notice requests are still worth sending. We will tell you plainly what can and cannot be arranged in the time available.
Frequently asked questions
Can I charter a private jet to Riyadh for King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2026?
Yes. MEGA can arrange charters to Riyadh during the festival period of 17 to 30 November 2026, using aircraft from licensed partner operators. We confirm options once we have your dates and passenger numbers.
Which airport is closest to the festival at Malham?
King Khalid International Airport, on the northern side of Riyadh, is the usual arrival point for private flights. The festival site at Malham is north of the city, and the road transfer is planned with your handler and driver.
Can my falcon travel in the cabin of the private jet?
It may be possible, but only with the operator's approval and with the bird's passport, permits and health certificates in order. Saudi import rules and the Saudi Falcons Club's transport conditions also apply, so we check each case before booking.
Can I fly in for one day of the festival and return the same evening?
Yes, a same-day return is often possible, subject to airport operating hours and the crew's duty limits on the day.
Is MEGA connected to the Saudi Falcons Club?
No. MEGA has no affiliation with the Saudi Falcons Club or the festival. We arrange private flights for people attending.
How early should I book for late November in Riyadh?
Four to six weeks ahead is sensible, because several major Riyadh events fall in the same period. Short-notice requests can still be considered, subject to aircraft availability.
Plan your festival flights
Send us your departure city, the days you want to attend, the number of passengers and whether a falcon will travel. We will return suitable options from licensed partner operators with a quote to review, or you can reach our team directly through the contact page.