Cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport from £143
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
11 Sep — 18 Sep1
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 Saturday
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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 12 August 2026.
Sat 29/815:25 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Wed 2/920:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8£198
Fri 11/1216:35 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Thu 17/1221:35 -
Nonstop3h 45m
Deal found 9/8£203
Tue 1/918:00 -
1 stop11h 25m
Sun 6/906:15 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 10/8£207
Tue 1/907:00 -
1 stop7h 45m
Sun 6/920:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 10/8£211
Fri 25/915:25 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Fri 2/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8£212
Wed 26/816:00 -
1 stop22h 45m
Sun 30/806:15 -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 10/8£213
Sun 30/816:00 -
1 stop22h 45m
Tue 1/906:25 -
1 stop16h 00m
Deal found 8/8£217
Sat 29/812:05 -
1 stop17h 10m
Mon 7/906:15 -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 8/8£218
Tue 8/918:00 -
1 stop11h 25m
Fri 2/1006:15 -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 10/8£218
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 12 August 2026.
Mon 31/806:55 -
1 stop7h 50m
Thu 3/906:15 -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 8/8£218
Tue 27/1008:00 -
1 stop9h 25m
Mon 2/1116:25 -
Nonstop4h 10m
Deal found 12/8£226
Wed 18/1113:35 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Sat 5/1208:45 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 12/8£284
Sun 13/902:55 -
2 stops13h 40m
Tue 22/912:20 -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 11/8£506
Thu 1/1008:45 -
2 stops16h 35m
Sun 4/1004:25 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 12/8£831
Mon 16/1100:05 -
3 stops17h 50m
Thu 26/1107:15 -
2 stops15h 30m
Deal found 11/8£852
Thu 17/902:55 -
2 stops13h 40m
Fri 25/921:40 -
2 stops52h 15m
Deal found 8/8£711
Thu 24/908:45 -
2 stops16h 35m
Sun 27/904:25 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 8/8£832
Tue 17/1100:05 -
3 stops17h 40m
Sat 5/1207:15 -
2 stops15h 30m
Deal found 12/8£919
Mon 26/1000:05 -
3 stops17h 50m
Mon 2/1117:55 -
2 stops13h 30m
Deal found 9/8£965
Tue 1/908:45 -
2 stops16h 35m
Sun 6/904:25 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 10/8£1,059
Fri 4/902:30 -
2 stops22h 50m
Fri 11/904:25 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 12/8£1,073
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 12 August 2026.
Sat 29/815:25 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Wed 2/920:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8£198
Fri 11/1216:35 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Thu 17/1221:35 -
Nonstop3h 45m
Deal found 9/8£203
Fri 25/915:25 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Fri 2/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8£212
Thu 10/913:45 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Thu 17/916:25 -
Nonstop4h 20m
Deal found 9/8£240
Thu 5/1110:25 -
Nonstop4h 20m
Sun 15/1116:25 -
Nonstop4h 10m
Deal found 8/8£241
Thu 4/210:25 -
Nonstop4h 20m
Thu 18/216:25 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 9/8£242
Tue 17/1113:35 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Wed 25/1101:35 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8£259
Sat 21/1100:55 -
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Wed 25/1120:05 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 12/8£261
Wed 6/113:35 -
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Sun 24/120:05 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 8/8£261
Last-minute flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul. Data last updated 12 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 26/816:00 -
1 stop22h 45m
Sun 30/806:15 -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 10/8£213
Sat 29/815:25 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Wed 2/920:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8£198
Sat 29/816:00 -
1 stop13h 15m
Thu 3/906:15 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 8/8£218
Sun 30/816:00 -
1 stop22h 45m
Tue 1/906:25 -
1 stop16h 00m
Deal found 8/8£217
Tue 1/918:00 -
1 stop11h 25m
Sun 6/906:15 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 10/8£207
Tue 1/907:00 -
1 stop7h 45m
Sun 6/920:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 10/8£211
Tue 8/923:25 -
1 stop15h 20m
Wed 30/915:45 -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 10/8£218
Wed 16/907:00 -
1 stop7h 45m
Sat 19/906:25 -
1 stop16h 00m
Deal found 8/8£219
Fri 25/915:25 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Fri 2/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8£212
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 12 August 2026.
Sun 3/106:50 -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 8/8£143
Sat 22/823:25 -
1 stop15h 20m
Deal found 12/8£150
Fri 21/812:05 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 12/8£162
Sun 16/802:55 -
2 stops52h 40m
Deal found 12/8£214
Sun 30/802:55 -
2 stops13h 40m
Deal found 8/8£232
Tue 18/812:10 -
2 stops19h 25m
Deal found 11/8£244
Sun 23/802:55 -
2 stops13h 40m
Deal found 12/8£256
Thu 29/1000:05 -
3 stops17h 40m
Deal found 10/8£639
Tue 25/801:00 -
2 stops24h 20m
Deal found 12/8£686
Mon 14/1200:05 -
3 stops17h 50m
Deal found 10/8£789
Tue 25/808:45 -
2 stops16h 35m
Deal found 12/8£1,082
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 12 August 2026.
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 12 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Mon 31/8
06:55-14:45
1 stop7h 50m
Istanbul
Thu 3/9
06:15-22:25
1 stop16h 10m
£218
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Tue 27/10
08:00-17:25
1 stop9h 25m
Istanbul
Mon 2/11
16:25-20:35
Nonstop4h 10m
£226
Fastest return journey
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Wed 18/11
13:35-18:00
Nonstop4h 25m
Istanbul
Sat 5/12
08:45-12:35
Nonstop3h 50m
£284
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sun 13/9
02:55-16:35
2 stops13h 40m
Istanbul
Tue 22/9
12:20-01:55
2 stops13h 35m
£506
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Thu 17/9
02:55-16:35
2 stops13h 40m
Istanbul
Fri 25/9
21:40-01:55
2 stops52h 15m
£711
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Thu 1/10
08:45-01:20
2 stops16h 35m
Istanbul
Sun 4/10
04:25-18:45
1 stop14h 20m
£831
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Thu 24/9
08:45-01:20
2 stops16h 35m
Istanbul
Sun 27/9
04:25-18:45
1 stop14h 20m
£832
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Mon 16/11
00:05-17:55
3 stops17h 50m
Istanbul
Thu 26/11
07:15-22:45
2 stops15h 30m
£852
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Tue 17/11
00:05-17:45
3 stops17h 40m
Istanbul
Sat 5/12
07:15-22:45
2 stops15h 30m
£919
RiyadhIstanbul
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - IST Istanbul
RUHIST
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Mon 26/10
00:05-17:55
3 stops17h 50m
Istanbul
Mon 2/11
17:55-07:25
2 stops13h 30m
£965
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport
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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 90 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 £124). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £308). 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 12 August 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 75% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £178 and £286 in August.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £198 on flyadeal (29 Aug–2 Sept).
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 12 August 2026.
The most flights from RUH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How often are flights from Riyadh to Istanbul delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Riyadh and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Riyadh to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing at night 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?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday 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 5% 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 12 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines,SAUDIA, 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.
Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
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 9 flights from King Khaled Intl to Istanbul per day from 4 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
Departing from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport will take you 4h 25m. 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 flynas, from £97, and Turkish Airlines, from £128. flyadeal is 63% 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 £44 and Pegasus Airlines from £46 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 (100%), SAUDIA (95%), Turkish Airlines (80%).
What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is £153. On average you can expect to pay £315. The most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £285.
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 £124). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £308). 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 12 August 2026.
Discover the top 4 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 12 August 2026.
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