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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Riyadh from £158

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 29/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — RUH
12 Sep — 19 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 August 2026.

Wed 9/907:05 -
2 stops19h 00m
Wed 16/908:40 -
2 stops26h 05m
Deal found 12/8£295
Sun 25/1015:55 -
3 stops30h 40m
Sat 7/1104:35 -
3 stops31h 10m
Deal found 12/8£298
Tue 1/916:55 -
2 stops30h 45m
Fri 4/902:50 -
3 stops41h 45m
Deal found 13/8£299
Thu 17/907:05 -
2 stops19h 00m
Fri 25/902:50 -
2 stops31h 30m
Deal found 11/8£300
Sun 27/905:45 -
3 stops20h 20m
Mon 28/902:50 -
3 stops22h 45m
Deal found 10/8£324
Thu 17/919:15 -
2 stops28h 25m
Sat 26/902:50 -
2 stops30h 50m
Deal found 11/8£333
Fri 4/914:35 -
2 stops31h 35m
Fri 18/902:50 -
3 stops18h 15m
Deal found 11/8£336
Fri 11/920:35 -
2 stops25h 35m
Thu 17/902:50 -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 12/8£338
Fri 4/916:55 -
2 stops29h 15m
Sun 13/905:10 -
2 stops18h 20m
Deal found 9/8£338
Mon 19/1000:45 -
2 stops22h 55m
Fri 30/1009:50 -
2 stops26h 55m
Deal found 13/8£344
Fri 23/1019:30 -
2 stops28h 10m
Mon 9/1109:50 -
2 stops24h 40m
Deal found 9/8£347
Wed 26/820:30 -
3 stops27h 10m
Sat 29/805:10 -
2 stops19h 35m
Deal found 12/8£349

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Riyadh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Riyadh flight deals. Data was last updated 13 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£295

One-way from

£158

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£534

Good round-trip deal

£494 or less

Good one-way deal

£253 or less
9/9-16/9
  • 9/9-16/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to Riyadh
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29/8
  • 29/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 50m total
  • United Kingdom to Riyadh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£3 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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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Kingdom to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Riyadh that are best for you.

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GlasgowRiyadh

GLA Glasgow Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

GLARUH

Glasgow Intl

Thu 17/9

07:05-04:05

2 stops19h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 25/9

02:50-08:20

2 stops31h 30m

£300

BirminghamRiyadh

BHX Birmingham - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

BHXRUH

Birmingham

Tue 1/9

12:50-01:40

1 stop10h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 4/9

02:50-18:35

3 stops41h 45m

£324

BirminghamRiyadh

BHX Birmingham - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

BHXRUH

Birmingham

Sun 27/9

09:10-04:05

2 stops16h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 29/9

15:25-08:15

2 stops18h 50m

£336

LondonRiyadh

LTN London Luton - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

LTNRUH

London Luton

Fri 2/10

06:00-01:40

2 stops17h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/10

02:50-19:30

2 stops18h 40m

£369

LondonRiyadh

LTN London Luton - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

LTNRUH

London Luton

Sun 30/8

07:05-04:05

1 stop19h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 4/9

16:05-22:40

2 stops32h 35m

£369

LondonRiyadh

LTN London Luton - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

LTNRUH

London Luton

Thu 10/9

07:05-00:40

1 stop15h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 17/9

11:15-19:25

1 stop10h 10m

£369

LondonRiyadh

LGW London Gatwick - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

LGWRUH

London Gatwick

Sun 27/9

14:55-04:05

1 stop11h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 4/10

05:10-13:50

1 stop10h 40m

£371

ManchesterRiyadh

MAN Manchester - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

MANRUH

Manchester

Thu 22/10

09:55-22:40

1 stop10h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/11

02:40-10:00

1 stop10h 20m

£373

BirminghamRiyadh

BHX Birmingham - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

BHXRUH

Birmingham

Fri 4/9

12:50-04:05

1 stop13h 15m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 18/9

02:50-10:05

2 stops33h 15m

£374

LondonRiyadh

STN London Stansted - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

STNRUH

London Stansted

Wed 21/10

16:45-04:05

1 stop9h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 28/10

02:40-11:25

1 stop11h 45m

£390

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Riyadh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Riyadh

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Riyadh (average of £434). Flying from United Kingdom to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £615). 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 GB to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 August 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Kingdom to Riyadh in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Riyadh

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 August 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to RUH are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Riyadh delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Riyadh have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 146 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom to Riyadh 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom to Riyadh flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Kingdom to Riyadh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to Riyadh flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Atlantic,SAUDIA, andGulf Air from the United Kingdom to Riyadh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
691 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
239 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,161 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
635 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), located 18.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from United Kingdom to Riyadh.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Riyadh?

    Airlines like Pegasus Airlines, ITA Airways, and Aegean Airlines fly from United Kingdom to Riyadh in about 8h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h. Airlines will cover a distance of 3068 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to Riyadh one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £90 on Ajet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Pegasus Airlines from £93 and British Airways from £156 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Riyadh?

    The most popular route from United Kingdom to Riyadh is London Heathrow - Riyadh King Khaled Intl. You may also consider London Gatwick - Riyadh King Khaled Intl or London Stansted - Riyadh King Khaled Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Riyadh?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from United Kingdom to Riyadh consider choosing Delta (92%), SAUDIA (90%) or Virgin Atlantic (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Riyadh?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from United Kingdom to Riyadh? While on average our users pay £480, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £277. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Riyadh King Khaled Intl), is priced around £389.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Riyadh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Riyadh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Riyadh (average of £434). Flying from United Kingdom to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £615). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Riyadh

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom to Riyadh. 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 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£144Average£333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£158Average£450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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AjetCheapest£161Average£245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal JordanianCheapest£250Average£407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£278Average£460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£286Average£503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LOTCheapest£303Average£420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air FranceCheapest£320Average£486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapest£372Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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ITA AirwaysCheapest£396Average£462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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