Paris, March 16 -- The French national carrier is expanding its GCC operations ahead of the summer by launching non-stop flights between Riyadh and Paris.

Starting May 20, Air France will operate three weekly flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport.

Beginning in June, the frequency will increase to five flights per week, which will be maintained throughout the summer season, the airline said.

"This new service will significantly enhance connectivity between the two cities, offering passengers direct flights to Paris and access to over 190 destinations across the global network of Air France," it said.

The Riyadh-Paris route will be operated by the Airbus A350-900, offering 324 seats: 34...