Routes World 2026 is the 31st edition of the premier global route development forum where senior airline, airport, destination, tourism and supplier stakeholders convene to shape the future of air connectivity and global network strategy. It serves as the central meeting platform enabling pre-scheduled business meetings (over 11,000 face-to-face sessions), high-level conference sessions, networking events, and exhibitions aimed at forging partnerships, launching new services, and discussing industry trends such as sustainability, digital planning, regulatory factors, and market growth. Attendees typically include airline CEOs, network planners, airport directors and tourism authorities. Hosting rotates annually among major global hubs; for 2026 the event emphasizes Riyadh’s role as an emerging international aviation and tourism center aligned with Saudi Vision 2030’s connectivity and economic goals. Routes World is widely considered essential for air service development decision-making and route negotiation.