Cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport from £107
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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — IST
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or October, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 December 2025.
Wed 10/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop22h 20mGulf Air
Sun 14/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop20h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£176
Mon 8/1223:20RUH - IST
1 stop16h 10mGulf Air
Wed 10/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop8h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£206
Sat 13/1218:00RUH - IST
1 stop11h 20mGulf Air
Wed 24/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop16h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£206
Thu 18/1223:20RUH - IST
1 stop16h 10mGulf Air
Sat 20/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop10h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£217
Thu 11/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Sun 14/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop10h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£218
Thu 18/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Wed 24/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop10h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£218
Tue 30/1219:10RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/114:25IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12£219
Fri 19/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Sun 21/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop20h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£230
Wed 10/1215:45RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1221:20IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12£237
Sat 20/1221:25RUH - IST
1 stop8h 20mSAUDIA
Sun 28/1206:40IST - RUH
1 stop10h 50mSAUDIA
Deal found 7/12£238
Sat 27/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Sun 28/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop20h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£241
Best flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
Wed 21/115:40RUH - IST
1 stop13h 40mGulf Air
Sun 25/106:05IST - RUH
1 stop10h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£206
Wed 27/523:20RUH - IST
1 stop29h 35mGulf Air
Sat 22/805:45IST - RUH
1 stop16h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£206
Sat 3/107:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Thu 8/116:20IST - RUH
1 stop6h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£206
Fri 20/212:05RUH - IST
1 stop27h 25mGulf Air
Sun 22/206:05IST - RUH
1 stop28h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£217
Sat 23/516:00RUH - IST
1 stop12h 55mGulf Air
Sun 31/505:45IST - RUH
1 stop9h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£218
Thu 25/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Tue 30/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop8h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£218
Mon 22/1218:00RUH - IST
1 stop11h 20mGulf Air
Fri 26/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop20h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£242
Sun 21/1218:00RUH - IST
1 stop21h 30mGulf Air
Sat 27/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop20h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£242
Direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Riyadh to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
Wed 21/116:10RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/120:55IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£125
Wed 7/116:10RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 15mflynas
Mon 12/121:20IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 40mflynas
Deal found 8/12£164
Tue 30/1219:10RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/114:25IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12£219
Mon 12/113:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 13/108:30IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12£255
Mon 29/1213:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 29/1201:45IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12£256
Mon 22/1213:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 25/1201:45IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12£257
Tue 23/1213:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 2/108:30IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12£272
Wed 22/406:05RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 30/407:20IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12£281
Thu 25/1218:40RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 2/108:30IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12£287
Thu 30/400:05RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/519:00IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12£296
Sun 21/1206:30RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sat 27/1208:30IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12£299
Last-minute flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul. Data last updated 9 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 10/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop22h 20mGulf Air
Sun 14/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop20h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£176
Thu 11/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Sun 14/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop10h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£218
Sat 13/1218:00RUH - IST
1 stop11h 20mGulf Air
Mon 22/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop16h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£206
Thu 18/1223:20RUH - IST
1 stop16h 10mGulf Air
Sat 20/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop10h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£217
Thu 18/1207:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 30mGulf Air
Thu 25/1206:05IST - RUH
1 stop16h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£218
Tue 30/1219:10RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/114:25IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12£219
Wed 7/116:10RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 15mflynas
Mon 12/121:20IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 40mflynas
Deal found 8/12£164
Wed 7/111:45RUH - IST
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/120:55IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12£220
Mon 12/123:20RUH - IST
1 stop16h 10mGulf Air
Wed 14/106:05IST - RUH
1 stop8h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£206
Wed 21/116:10RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/120:55IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£125
One-way flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Riyadh to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
Sat 3/115:45RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 15mflyadeal
Deal found 7/12£107
Tue 3/203:45RUH - IST
1 stop17h 15mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/12£117
Mon 29/1217:15RUH - IST
1 stop20h 35mAir Arabia
Deal found 8/12£131
Sat 27/1217:15RUH - IST
1 stop20h 35mAir Arabia
Deal found 8/12£134
Wed 24/1209:25RUH - IST
1 stop8h 35mAir Arabia
Deal found 7/12£134
Fri 26/1209:25RUH - IST
1 stop8h 35mAir Arabia
Deal found 8/12£137
Sun 11/117:15RUH - IST
1 stop20h 35mAir Arabia
Deal found 8/12£144
Fri 9/109:25RUH - IST
1 stop8h 35mAir Arabia
Deal found 8/12£147
Sat 3/111:45RUH - IST
1 stop6h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/12£154
Thu 25/1212:05RUH - IST
1 stop27h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£165
Tue 30/1203:45RUH - IST
2 stops12h 05mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/12£271
Fri 26/1206:55RUH - IST
2 stops14h 15mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/12£281
Find flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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Riyadh
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Istanbul
Route
Depart
Return
Price
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Wed 21/1
15:40-05:20
1 stop13h 40m
Istanbul
Sun 25/1
06:05-17:00
1 stop10h 55m
£206
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Wed 27/5
23:20-04:55
1 stop29h 35m
Istanbul
Sat 22/8
05:45-22:20
1 stop16h 35m
£206
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sat 3/1
07:00-15:30
1 stop8h 30m
Istanbul
Thu 8/1
16:20-22:20
1 stop6h 00m
£206
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Fri 20/2
12:05-15:30
1 stop27h 25m
Istanbul
Sun 22/2
06:05-10:55
1 stop28h 50m
£217
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sat 23/5
16:00-04:55
1 stop12h 55m
Istanbul
Sun 31/5
05:45-15:00
1 stop9h 15m
£218
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Thu 25/12
07:00-15:30
1 stop8h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 30/12
06:05-14:45
1 stop8h 40m
£218
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Mon 22/12
18:00-05:20
1 stop11h 20m
Istanbul
Fri 26/12
06:05-02:50
1 stop20h 45m
£242
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sun 21/12
18:00-15:30
1 stop21h 30m
Istanbul
Sat 27/12
06:05-02:50
1 stop20h 45m
£242
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sat 3/1
15:45-20:00
Nonstop4h 15m
£107
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH - IST
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Tue 3/2
03:45-21:00
1 stop17h 15m
£117
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Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Riyadh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of £75). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £108). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RUH to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 66% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
The most flights from RUH to IST are scheduled on a Friday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How often are flights from Riyadh to Istanbul delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between Riyadh and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 109 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Riyadh to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Riyadh to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, flyadeal have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated 9 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with SAUDIA, Turkish Airlines, andflynas
from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
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Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?
If you book a flight to Istanbul from Riyadh, you will be flying from King Khaled Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is located 18.7 mi from the center of Riyadh. There are 5 flights from King Khaled Intl to Istanbul per day from 5 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Departing from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport will take you 13h 40m. The distance between Riyadh and Istanbul Airport is about 1526 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £81. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flynas, from £82, and SAUDIA, from £113. flyadeal is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £38 on flyadeal. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Pegasus Airlines from £45 and flynas from £51 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport on time: flyadeal (98%), Turkish Airlines (88%), Aeroflot (86%).
What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is £92. On average you can expect to pay £284. The most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £110.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of £75). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £108). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Explore flights to Istanbul departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 December 2025.
Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
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