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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 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 29 April 2025.

Return from

£326

One-way from

£141

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£588

Good round-trip deal

£378 or less

Good one-way deal

£250 or less
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  • 4 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • London to Riyadh
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12/6
  • 12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 40m total
  • London to Riyadh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (£4 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in April 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from London to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.
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Best time to book a flight to Riyadh

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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 London to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Riyadh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Riyadh?

On average, a flight from London to Riyadh takes 8 hours 47 minutes. Flights to Riyadh from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Riyadh should consider flying on Wednesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Riyadh

The most flights from London to Riyadh are scheduled on a Tuesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Riyadh?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Riyadh are SAUDIA, British Airways and LOT.

SAUDIA

SAUDIA

From £541

British Airways

British Airways

From £622

LOT

LOT

From £397

Gulf Air

Gulf Air

From £562

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Riyadh?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Riyadh are Pegasus Airlines, Ajet and Aegean 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 inches 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 29 April 2025.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

FAQs about flying to Riyadh

Getting around Riyadh

Once you have arrived on your flight to Riyadh and reached your onward destination, it is simple to discover many of the city’s attractions on foot. However, if you feel that you want to venture further afield it is best to look into travelling by taxi or hiring a car since Riyadh is a city whose transport is very much dominated by cars. Although it is widely accepted that women are forbidden from driving here, this is sometimes overlooked for foreign visitors.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Flights to Riyadh arrive 21 miles (33.7 km) north of the city at the Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH), which is currently only accessible by car hire or taxi. With a journey time to the city centre at around 30 minutes, it is relatively quick and simple to make your way from the airport to your onward destination. Taxis must be reserved before travel – but travellers are always advised to familiarise themselves with the typical charges beforehand to avoid potential scam artists.

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

    Travelers will need to book flights to King Khaled Intl (RUH) if they wish to fly to Riyadh. The Riyadh airport is 18.7 mi from the city center. 16 airlines have flights to King Khaled Intl from London on a daily basis. Booking flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 flights from London per day.

  • 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, Pegasus Airlines 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 £14, while return flights cost around £36.

  • How much is a return flight to Riyadh?

    A return flight to Riyadh will typically cost around £636, however they can be found for as little as £48.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Riyadh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Riyadh, London offers the quickest one-way flight (6 hours 35 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 mi away from Riyadh King Khaled Intl).

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