Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh from £135

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — EDI
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in October or December, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£278

One-way from

£135

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£526
1/7-8/7
  • 1/7-8/7
  • 5 total stops
  • 47h 30m total
  • Riyadh to Edinburgh
15/7
  • 15/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • Riyadh to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£32 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Riyadh to Edinburgh

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Tue 1/705:10RUH - EDI
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/719:10EDI - RUH
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£278
Tue 1/705:10RUH - EDI
1 stop11h 00mPegasus Airlines
Tue 8/715:15EDI - RUH
1 stop10h 50mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 11/6£385
Sat 23/802:00RUH - EDI
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Thu 4/906:15EDI - RUH
1 stop11h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 11/6£461
Fri 20/600:35RUH - EDI
1 stop23h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 25/620:20EDI - RUH
1 stop24h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/6£470
Tue 5/802:00RUH - EDI
2 stops31h 55mSWISS
Mon 11/819:40EDI - RUH
2 stops22h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/6£540
Wed 17/905:00RUH - EDI
2 stops13h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 27/911:55EDI - RUH
2 stops13h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6£1,237

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh 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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

Riyadh

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RiyadhEdinburgh

RUH - EDI

RUHEDI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 1/7

05:10-19:45

2 stops16h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/7

19:10-04:05

3 stops30h 55m

£278

RiyadhEdinburgh

RUH - EDI

RUHEDI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 1/7

05:10-14:10

1 stop11h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/7

15:15-04:05

1 stop10h 50m

£385

RiyadhEdinburgh

RUH - EDI

RUHEDI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 23/8

02:00-17:15

1 stop17h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/9

06:15-19:55

1 stop11h 40m

£461

RiyadhEdinburgh

RUH - EDI

RUHEDI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 7/7

00:35-08:20

1 stop9h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/7

17:30-06:35

1 stop11h 05m

£472

RiyadhEdinburgh

RUH - EDI

RUHEDI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 5/8

02:00-07:55

2 stops31h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/8

19:40-19:55

2 stops22h 15m

£540

RiyadhEdinburgh

RUH - EDI

RUHEDI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 17/9

05:00-16:25

2 stops13h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

11:55-03:30

2 stops13h 35m

£1,237

RiyadhEdinburgh

RUH - EDI

RUHEDI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 15/7

16:25-09:50

3 stops43h 25m

£135

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 11/6

Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Edinburgh from Riyadh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Riyadh to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh round-trip from £385. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from £461, and British Airways, from £472. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Riyadh to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Riyadh?

Book flights to Riyadh if you plan to visit one of these locations
Stirling
Pitlochry
Perth
St. Andrews
Dunfermline
Falkirk
Grangemouth
Motherwell
Auchterarder
South Queensferry
Hamilton
Kelso
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Callander
Lanark
Livingston
North Berwick
Peebles
Melrose
Cupar

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Riyadh to Edinburgh

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top airline flying from Riyadh to Edinburgh

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh. 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£451Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Search British Airways flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

When you search for this flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Edinburgh from Riyadh by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to Edinburgh from Riyadh shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Riyadh to Edinburgh flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.