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Flights to Riyadh - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Riyadh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Riyadh?

The average price of all flights to Riyadh clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Riyadh is Thursday where tickets can be as cheap as 4,522 ﷼. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Tuesday, where prices are 6,932 ﷼ on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Riyadh?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Riyadh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to Riyadh is February, where tickets cost 4,301 ﷼ on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and August, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is 6,564 ﷼ and 5,682 ﷼ respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is January with an average price of 3,592 ﷼.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Riyadh?

The average price for all flights to Riyadh depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Riyadh is generally at night, when flights cost 5,339 ﷼ on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Riyadh is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is 5,339 ﷼.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Riyadh?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights to Riyadh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price, you should book around 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 81 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.

FAQs - booking Riyadh flights

  • Which additional cities are reachable by tourists departing from the US and arriving at RUH Airport in Riyadh?

    There are nonstop flights from the US to Riyadh, enabling travelers to explore a few extra places close to RUH Airport. Taxis, rental cars, and public transit can take you from the RUH Airport to the surrounding cities of Al-Kharj, Hofuf, and Buraydah. Less than 315 KM separates the center of each of the aforementioned cities from RUH.

  • If I want to be closer to sporting events in Riyadh, which airport should I take into account utilizing as my point of arrival?

    When visiting Riyadh, US' sports enthusiasts should think about flying into RUH Airport. Sahafa Sports Stadium and King Saud University Indoor Stadium are two stadiums close to the RUH Airport that frequently play host to regional, national, and international sporting events in Riyadh, particularly on weekends.

  • Are there any specific services or rules for bringing pets on the flight from USO to RUH?

    Yes. When traveling to Riyadh on the USO-RUH route, there is no reason for passengers to be concerned about the safety of their dogs. Customers with dogs are welcome to enter all of the US airports that offer international flights to Riyadh.

  • Which airport in the Northwestern United States sees the most passengers traveling to Riyadh?

    The majority of Americans traveling to Riyadh from the country's northwest prefer to fly through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Several carriers, including American Airlines and Delta, offer direct flights on this SEA-RUH travel route.

  • How far is Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport from central Riyadh?

    There are 30 km between Riyadh city center and Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Riyadh’s airport?

    All flights to Riyadh land at Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport. The airport code is RUH,and it can also be referred to as King Khaled Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Riyadh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Riyadh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Riyadh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Riyadh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Riyadh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Riyadh with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Riyadh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Riyadh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Riyadh are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1,399 direct flights from within United States to Riyadh. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Riyadh

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Riyadh flight deals.
  • Many Americans choose to depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to King Khalid International Airport (RUH) when they visit Riyadh. JFK airport is well-liked since many respected airlines that travel overseas from the US use it as a hub. Due to pricing competition, travelers traveling out of this airport to Riyadh are probably eligible for ticket discounts.
  • If your flight from the US is due to land in Riyadh at night and you're taking the JFK-RUH route, you would wish to consider making a hotel reservation around RUH Airport.. If you arrive in Riyadh after dark, you can spend the rest of the night at the RUH Airport in one of the nearby hotels. One of the nearest hotels to RUH Airport that travelers should think about staying in is the Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.
  • Flying on Ethiopian Airlines, EgyptAir, or Delta Airlines through JFK to RUH Airport may be the best airplane alternative for US parents who plan to bring their kids on vacation to Riyadh. These airlines provide nonstop flights from the USA to Riyadh during the entire year. Your children are less likely to be exhausted before they arrive in Riyadh from the USA thanks to direct flights, which allow travelers to get there in the lowest amount of time.
  • Airport lounges are the perfect place for passengers to chill as they wait for their flights to their final destinations. The majority of American low-cost passengers who want to unwind at an airport lounge on their way to Riyadh opt to depart from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC ). Travelers flying on a small budget can relax at the Delta Sky Club at SLC Airport, which offers quality amenities at a competitive price.
  • Passengers with disabilities might think about departing from JFK Airport and landing at RUH Airport when going to Riyadh from the US. Individuals with specific needs and mobility challenges might request free baggage assistance, medical attention, and a cab-to-aircraft wheelchair at JFK Airport.
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Prefer to fly direct to Riyadh King Khaled Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

United States to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Monday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Arabia, +59 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +60 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Air Arabia, +62 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Arabia, +59 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +60 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas, +62 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

Friday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Arabia, +60 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +61 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Arabia, Air Arabia, +62 more

ANA, Air Arabia, +63 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas, +61 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +62 more

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Nonstop returns

Riyadh King Khaled Intl to United States

Monday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Arabia, +59 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +60 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Air Arabia, +62 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Arabia, +59 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +60 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas, +62 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

Friday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Arabia, +60 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +61 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Arabia, Air Arabia, +62 more

ANA, Air Arabia, +63 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas, +61 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +62 more

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Book cheap flights from the United States to Riyadh

Recent round-trip flight deals

 
These are the cheapest round-trip flights to Riyadh found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/5Thu
2 stops
34h 15mJFK-RUH
12/11Wed
1 stop
33h 35mRUH-JFK
2,023 ﷼
12/9Mon
1 stop
35h 40mJFK-RUH
12/15Sun
1 stop
33h 35mRUH-JFK
2,128 ﷼
1/26Sun
1 stopTurkish Airlines
32h 15mIAD-RUH
2/3Mon
1 stopTurkish Airlines
17h 00mRUH-IAD
2,721 ﷼
1/15Wed
1 stopTurkish Airlines
32h 15mIAD-RUH
3/19Wed
1 stopTurkish Airlines
37h 00mRUH-IAD
2,728 ﷼
1/25Sat
1 stopEtihad Airways
27h 40mIAD-RUH
2/4Tue
1 stopEtihad Airways
31h 45mRUH-IAD
2,942 ﷼
1/25Sat
1 stopEtihad Airways
27h 40mIAD-RUH
2/4Tue
1 stopEtihad Airways
31h 45mRUH-IAD
2,969 ﷼
12/1Sun
1 stopEthiopian Air
21h 15mJFK-RUH
12/13Fri
1 stopEthiopian Air
23h 15mRUH-JFK
3,021 ﷼
12/1Sun
2 stopsEthiopian Air
21h 15mJFK-RUH
12/7Sat
2 stopsEthiopian Air
23h 15mRUH-JFK
3,055 ﷼
12/3Tue
1 stopITA Airways
21h 40mJFK-RUH
12/9Mon
1 stopITA Airways
24h 00mRUH-JFK
3,126 ﷼
11/26Tue
1 stopITA Airways
17h 10mJFK-RUH
12/2Mon
1 stopITA Airways
19h 20mRUH-JFK
3,524 ﷼

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Riyadh found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
1/17Fri
2 stops
36h 40mEWR-RUH
980 ﷼
12/9Mon
1 stop
35h 40mJFK-RUH
991 ﷼
2/2Sun
1 stopRoyal Jordanian
23h 45mORD-RUH
1,595 ﷼
2/3Mon
1 stopRoyal Jordanian
23h 45mORD-RUH
1,610 ﷼
11/10Sun
1 stopTurkish Airlines
27h 15mIAD-RUH
1,970 ﷼
11/13Wed
1 stopLOT
16h 00mORD-RUH
1,974 ﷼
12/4Wed
1 stopAir France
18h 05mJFK-RUH
2,027 ﷼
11/12Tue
1 stopAir France
18h 45mEWR-RUH
2,027 ﷼
2/1Sat
1 stopLOT
16h 00mORD-RUH
2,113 ﷼
11/24Sun
1 stopTurkish Airlines
19h 50mIAD-RUH
2,120 ﷼

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Last minute flights to Riyadh

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Riyadh that are departing in the next 10 days.
11/8Fri
multi-stop
36h 15mJFK-RUH
11/20Wed
multi-stop
33h 35mRUH-JFK
2,338 ﷼
11/8Fri
multi-stop
36h 15mJFK-RUH
11/15Fri
multi-stop
34h 05mRUH-JFK
2,717 ﷼
11/8Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
20h 55mEWR-RUH
11/14Thu
multi-stopEthiopian Air
23h 35mRUH-EWR
3,055 ﷼
11/6Wed
multi-stopKLM
21h 15mIAD-RUH
11/10Sun
multi-stopKLM
23h 50mRUH-IAD
3,378 ﷼
11/6Wed
multi-stopKLM
21h 15mIAD-RUH
11/10Sun
multi-stopKLM
24h 47mRUH-IAD
3,415 ﷼
11/7Thu
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
31h 45mIAD-RUH
11/29Fri
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
37h 30mRUH-IAD
3,426 ﷼
11/7Thu
multi-stopEthiopian Air
20h 55mEWR-RUH
11/20Wed
multi-stopEthiopian Air
23h 35mRUH-EWR
3,438 ﷼
11/7Thu
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
31h 45mIAD-RUH
11/9Sat
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
30h 50mRUH-IAD
3,468 ﷼
11/7Thu
multi-stopITA Airways
21h 40mJFK-RUH
11/13Wed
multi-stopITA Airways
23h 35mRUH-JFK
3,528 ﷼
11/7Thu
multi-stopITA Airways
21h 40mJFK-RUH
11/20Wed
multi-stopITA Airways
24h 00mRUH-JFK
3,700 ﷼

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Everything you need to know for your flight to Riyadh

Information on the airport you'll fly into in Riyadh

Riyadh (RUH)