Cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport from £95

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — IST
9 Jun — 16 Jun1
1 adult
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 Sunday 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 10 May 2026.

Fri 19/614:00
RUH
-
IST
1 stop7h 10m
SAUDIA
Fri 26/619:20
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop4h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/5£195
Wed 10/606:10
RUH
-
IST
1 stop6h 35m
Royal Jordanian
Wed 24/606:45
IST
-
RUH
1 stop11h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 8/5£196
Wed 10/612:05
RUH
-
IST
1 stop17h 10m
Gulf Air
Wed 24/606:15
IST
-
RUH
1 stop8h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5£202
Fri 19/615:25
RUH
-
IST
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 26/620:45
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5£202
Wed 10/615:25
RUH
-
IST
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/620:45
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£203
Mon 22/618:00
RUH
-
IST
1 stop10h 55m
Gulf Air
Sun 28/605:45
IST
-
RUH
1 stop9h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/5£206
Mon 1/623:25
RUH
-
IST
1 stop15h 55m
Gulf Air
Wed 3/606:15
IST
-
RUH
1 stop8h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 8/5£211
Tue 7/718:00
RUH
-
IST
1 stop11h 15m
Gulf Air
Mon 27/706:15
IST
-
RUH
1 stop8h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 9/5£212
Wed 17/612:05
RUH
-
IST
1 stop16h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 30/605:45
IST
-
RUH
1 stop9h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 5/5£213
Sat 30/523:25
RUH
-
IST
1 stop15h 40m
Gulf Air
Thu 4/606:15
IST
-
RUH
1 stop21h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 8/5£213

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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£191

One-way from

£95

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£244

Good round-trip deal

£218 or less

Good one-way deal

£381 or less
Royal Jordanian
  • Royal Jordanian
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 45m total
  • Riyadh to Istanbul
flynas
  • flynas
  • 6/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Riyadh to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£25 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 1/6

06:55-04:55

1 stop22h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 8/6

05:45-17:00

1 stop11h 15m

£212

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 31/5

23:25-15:20

1 stop15h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 8/6

06:15-15:00

1 stop8h 45m

£212

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 29/6

12:05-05:15

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 5/7

06:15-04:00

1 stop21h 45m

£214

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 9/8

12:05-04:55

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 14/8

05:45-22:25

1 stop16h 40m

£225

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 1/6

10:40-14:50

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 8/6

16:25-20:50

Nonstop4h 25m

£234

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 31/10

06:00-13:45

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 3/11

16:25-20:35

Nonstop4h 10m

£235
Fastest return journey

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 29/6

06:25-10:30

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 5/7

07:20-11:15

Nonstop3h 55m

£252

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 25/5

09:50-14:25

1 stop28h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

23:30-08:05

1 stop8h 35m

£422

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 25/5

09:50-14:25

1 stop28h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 4/6

23:30-08:05

1 stop8h 35m

£422
Cheapest one-way

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 28/6

12:05-04:55

1 stop16h 50m

£137

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 72 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 £111). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £282). 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 10 May 2026.

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 69% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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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 10 May 2026.
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.

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

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 4 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 4h 10m. The distance between Riyadh and Istanbul Airport is about 1526 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 £76. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Pegasus Airlines, from £95, and flynas, from £96. flyadeal is 58% 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 £36 on flyadeal. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ajet from £43 and Pegasus Airlines from £45 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: SAUDIA (69%), flyadeal (53%), flynas (33%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is £100. On average you can expect to pay £362. The most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £282.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riyadh to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riyadh to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul.

  • 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 £111). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £282). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
flyadealCheapest£76Average£121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£95Average£129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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flynasCheapest£96Average£139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£127Average£304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapest£152Average£222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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