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August 26 - September 10

Cheapest

Best

DXB - Riyadh

$151

$183

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August 25 - September 10

Cheapest

Best

DXB - Riyadh

$151

$183

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August 27 - September 10

Cheapest

Best

DXB - Riyadh

$153

$183

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August 25 - September 13

Best

DXB - Riyadh

$150

$184

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August 27 - September 13

Best

DXB - Riyadh

$150

$184

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August 26 - September 13

Best

DXB - Riyadh

$150

$184

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August 12 - September 10

Best

DXB - Riyadh

$147

$186

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August 9 - August 12

Earliest

DXB - Riyadh

$172

$259

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August 10 - August 12

DXB - Riyadh

$174

$259

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August 9 - August 11

Earliest

DXB - Riyadh

$173

$259

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Insights for flights from Dubai to Riyadh

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dubai to Riyadh, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $105. Following closely, December and January also offer competitive pricing, both with a median fare of $116. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travel on this route.

Fares for flights from Dubai to Riyadh typically range from $242–$409, with a median price of $286. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a favorable time to consider booking. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that while current prices are lower than average, truly exceptional deals are not widely available.

When considering flights from Dubai to Riyadh, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once. Specifically, 54.4% of recent fares are for direct flights. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1, which can add to the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Dubai to Riyadh, including any connections, takes approximately 4h 30m. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with a single stopover, providing a realistic expectation for the total travel time you can anticipate.

The distance between Dubai and Riyadh is 873 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the availability of frequent flights and a range of travel options.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Riyadh

Regular price: $122 - $244

Prices for flights from Dubai to Riyadh are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from 122 USD to 244 USD. The current lowest deal is 183 USD with Saudia, for travel from Aug 27 to Sep 10.

now $183

Low $122

High $244

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Riyadh

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Riyadh is November, with a median price of 105 USD. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of 417 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $105

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $417

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Direct flights from Dubai to Riyadh

Saudia

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Riyadh

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Riyadh

Dubai (DXB) - Riyadh (RUH)

Saudia

$293

$196

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Riyadh

Dubai (DXB) - Riyadh (RUH)

Faso Airways

$173

$200

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Riyadh

Dubai (DXB) - Riyadh (RUH)

Flynas

$291

$227

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Riyadh

Dubai (DXB) - Riyadh (RUH)

Faso Airways

$317

$239

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Riyadh

Dubai (DXB) - Riyadh (RUH)

Saudia

$285

$213

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Riyadh

Dubai (DXB) - Riyadh (RUH)

Saudia

$320

$216

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dubai to Riyadh

14 nights

Aug 27 - Sep 10

$153 → $183

20%

15 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 10

$151 → $183

21%

16 nights

Aug 25 - Sep 10

$151 → $183

22%

19 nights

Aug 25 - Sep 13

$150 → $184

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Riyadh

Dubai - Riyadh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares are below the typical level for the Dubai to Riyadh route.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, November offers the lowest median prices at $105 for flights from Dubai to Riyadh.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 30m on average.

The typical flight duration for this short-haul route is 4 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

54.4% of deals are for direct flights.

Over half of the recent deals for this route are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Saudia offers direct flights on this route.

Saudia is one of the airlines providing direct flight options from Dubai to Riyadh.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, 1.03 per day.

Deals for flights from Dubai to Riyadh are frequent, with over one deal appearing daily.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International (DXB) is a primary departure point for flights from Dubai to Riyadh.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car, metro, or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International (DWC) offers an alternative for flights from Dubai to Riyadh.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB) provides ground transport options for journeys from Dubai to Riyadh.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, metro, or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International (SHJ) is another option for flights from the wider Dubai area to Riyadh.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$197

Riyadh main airports to arrive at

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Dubai to Riyadh.

📍 ~30 km from Riyadh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Airports nearby Riyadh used as alternative

King Fahd International (DMM)

Cheapest

King Fahd International offers extensive global connectivity and is a primary alternative for long-haul and regional flights.

📍 ~380 km from Riyadh (reachable by car or SAR railway)

💸 Flights from ~$213

Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional (ELQ)

Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional is a closer regional airport with good options for domestic and Middle Eastern flights.

📍 ~380 km from Riyadh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$282

Bahrain International (BAH)

Bahrain International is a major international gateway, often offering competitive pricing for international long-haul routes.

📍 ~420 km from Riyadh (reachable by car, requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$247

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz (MED)

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz offers large international capacity and excellent connectivity to the Middle East.

📍 ~790 km from Riyadh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Hamad International (DOH)

Hamad International is a world-class hub with an extensive global network, ideal for premium cabin travelers.

📍 ~550 km from Riyadh (reachable by car, requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$250

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Historically, the best prices for flights from Dubai to Riyadh are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $290. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees an average price of $385. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, averaging $500 for tickets purchased 0-6 days before travel. Across the trailing quarter, prices varied significantly based on how far in advance tickets were purchased.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dubai to Riyadh was $242. The median price for this route was $286. Prices for the upper quartile of deals reached $409, indicating a range of available fares. This threshold represents the point below which 25% of all observed prices fell.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dubai to Riyadh include November, December, and January. The median price in November was $105, while December and January both had a median price of $116. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $286 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable fares may consider planning their trips during these months.

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