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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RUH
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Flights to Riyadh in 2025

Find the latest flights to Riyadh in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Return from

$1,183

One-way from

$695

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,436
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 7/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 30m total
  • Sydney to Riyadh
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 25/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 20m total
  • Sydney to Riyadh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($257 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 5/512:50SYD - RUH
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/507:45RUH - SYD
3 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,285
Mon 5/514:50SYD - RUH
2 stops37h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 14/522:20RUH - SYD
1 stop33h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,638
Mon 5/510:10SYD - RUH
1 stop38h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 14/518:55RUH - SYD
1 stop30h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,775
Mon 5/506:00SYD - RUH
1 stop21h 15mEmirates
Tue 13/502:20RUH - SYD
1 stop20h 45mEmirates
Deal found 23/3$5,074

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyRiyadh

SYD - RUH

SYDRUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/5

12:50-15:15

3 stops33h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 14/5

07:45-07:50

3 stops41h 05m

$1,285

SydneyRiyadh

SYD - RUH

SYDRUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/5

14:50-21:15

2 stops37h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 14/5

22:20-14:55

1 stop33h 35m

$1,638

SydneyRiyadh

SYD - RUH

SYDRUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/5

10:10-17:15

1 stop38h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 14/5

18:55-08:00

1 stop30h 05m

$1,775

SydneyRiyadh

SYD - RUH

SYDRUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/5

06:00-20:15

1 stop21h 15m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 13/5

02:20-06:05

1 stop20h 45m

$5,074

SydneyRiyadh

SYD - RUH

SYDRUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/5

19:40-22:00

1 stop33h 20m

$695

SydneyRiyadh

SYD - RUH

SYDRUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/5

10:20-21:15

2 stops41h 55m

$1,255

SydneyRiyadh

SYD - RUH

SYDRUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/5

06:55-15:15

3 stops39h 20m

$1,683

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Deals found on 24/3

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Riyadh

When is the best time to book a flight to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Riyadh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Riyadh?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Riyadh takes 29 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Riyadh from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Riyadh?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Riyadh are Etihad Airways, China Eastern and Oman Air.

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

From $1,404

China Eastern

China Eastern

From $588

Oman Air

Oman Air

From $1,095

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From $1,745

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Riyadh?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Riyadh are China Eastern, Air China and Philippine Airlines.

Rainfall in Riyadh by month

Plan your trip to Riyadh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riyadh ranges from 0.0 - 30.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 30.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Riyadh when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Riyadh by month

Plan your trip to Riyadh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riyadh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 36.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riyadh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riyadh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Riyadh. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
840 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
China Eastern
7.1
Good
135 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

FAQs about flying to Riyadh

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Riyadh?

    For a flight to Riyadh, you will be flying into King Khaled Intl. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is just 30.1 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Riyadh if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Riyadh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Riyadh?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Riyadh.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Riyadh?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Riyadh. One-way flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl typically cost $76, while return flights cost around $251.

  • How much is a return flight to Riyadh?

    A return flight to Riyadh will typically cost around $160, however they can be found for as little as $158.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Riyadh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Riyadh, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (29 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Riyadh King Khaled Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Riyadh King Khaled Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Riyadh King Khaled Intl?

    Yes. Riyadh King Khaled Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Lahadhat Tented Camp is the closest property to Riyadh King Khaled Intl (0.0 km away from Riyadh King Khaled Intl).

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