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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh from £78

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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — RUH
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khaled Intl are usually found in October or December, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Riyadh (RUH). 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

£124

One-way from

£78

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£174

Good round-trip deal

£143 or less

Good one-way deal

£224 or less
flyadeal
  • flyadeal
  • 29/6-20/7
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 10m total
  • Istanbul to Riyadh
flyadeal
  • flyadeal
  • 11/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Istanbul to Riyadh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£5 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.

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

Sun 29/620:10IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 20/715:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£124
Sun 29/604:45IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 25mSAUDIA
Sun 20/718:00RUH - IST
1 stop16h 55mSAUDIA
Deal found 12/6£148
Thu 26/603:45IST - RUH
1 stop7h 45mKuwait Airways
Fri 25/718:20RUH - IST
1 stop6h 25mKuwait Airways
Deal found 11/6£323
Mon 16/613:45IST - RUH
1 stop7h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 24/621:25RUH - IST
1 stop14h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6£339
Tue 17/607:30IST - RUH
1 stop7h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 18/622:35RUH - IST
1 stop7h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/6£366
Thu 12/605:45IST - RUH
1 stop23h 05mGulf Air
Sat 21/607:00RUH - IST
1 stop8h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 11/6£369
Sun 22/601:10IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 29/601:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6£369
Mon 28/701:40IST - RUH
1 stop10h 55mAegean Airlines
Sat 2/812:30RUH - IST
1 stop13h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 11/6£416
Mon 30/623:20IST - RUH
1 stop8h 45mEmirates
Wed 9/704:05RUH - IST
1 stop10h 20mEmirates
Deal found 11/6£435
Tue 24/602:10IST - RUH
1 stop10h 05mflydubai
Fri 27/602:20RUH - IST
1 stop15h 05mflydubai
Deal found 12/6£513
Tue 30/900:10IST - RUH
1 stop26h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1003:40RUH - IST
1 stop25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/6£719
Sun 6/716:10IST - RUH
1 stop14h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 14/700:35RUH - IST
1 stop23h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/6£1,124

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Riyadh 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 Istanbul Airport to Riyadh that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Riyadh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Wed 25/6

20:50-00:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 20/7

15:30-19:55

Nonstop4h 25m

£147

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sun 29/6

04:45-09:10

Nonstop4h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 20/7

18:00-10:55

1 stop16h 55m

£148

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Thu 26/6

03:45-11:30

1 stop7h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 25/7

18:20-00:45

1 stop6h 25m

£323

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sat 28/6

01:10-05:15

Nonstop4h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 19/7

01:50-06:05

Nonstop4h 15m

£369

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Mon 28/7

01:40-12:35

1 stop10h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 2/8

12:30-02:20

1 stop13h 50m

£416

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Mon 30/6

23:20-08:05

1 stop8h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 9/7

04:05-14:25

1 stop10h 20m

£435

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Tue 24/6

02:10-12:15

1 stop10h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 27/6

02:20-17:25

1 stop15h 05m

£513

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Tue 30/9

00:10-02:10

1 stop26h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/10

03:40-04:45

1 stop25h 05m

£719

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sun 6/7

16:10-06:35

1 stop14h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 14/7

00:35-00:30

1 stop23h 55m

£1,124

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sun 29/6

04:20-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 19/7

02:00-03:25

1 stop25h 25m

£1,511

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Riyadh

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh (average of £522). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £797). 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 IST to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Riyadh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 77% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Riyadh. 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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from IST to RUH are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 13 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul to Riyadh, such as Aegean Airlines, Emirates and Air France. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Riyadh. 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 into for flights to Riyadh from Istanbul?

    For a flight from Istanbul to Riyadh, you will be flying into King Khaled Intl. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is just 18.7 mi from the center of the city. King Khaled Intl is the only Riyadh airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 4 airlines have flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh round-trip?

    According to our current data, SAUDIA (£148), Kuwait Airways (£323), and Turkish Airlines (£369) offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh. Users have found that SAUDIA is 5% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with flyadeal, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £78. Azerbaijan Airlines flights start at £99 while deals on flynas start at £116 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh are Aeroflot (100%), Turkish Airlines (78%) and SAUDIA (45%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh is £101. On average you can expect to pay £629. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Riyadh King Khaled Intl), can usually be booked for £185.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Riyadh 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 Istanbul Airport to Riyadh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh (average of £522). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £797). 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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