Are there direct flights from New York to Riyadh?

Direct flights from New York to Riyadh are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 4.4% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from New York to Riyadh?

The approximate distance between New York and Riyadh is 10,480 kilometers. A direct flight from New York to Riyadh typically takes around 12 hours and 15 minutes, with a median duration of 735 minutes. Flights with one stopover usually have a longer duration, averaging about 16 hours and 50 minutes, or 1010 minutes. The total travel time will depend on the number of stops.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from New York to Riyadh?

Historically, flying with a layover from New York to Riyadh tends to be more economical. Connecting flights have a median price of $774, while direct flights typically have a median price of $1359. This represents a premium of approximately 76% for direct flights. Direct flights also make up a smaller share of the available routes, accounting for about 5.9% of all options.

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New York to Riyadh: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Riyadh

Right now, only 3% of recent fares for flights from New York to Riyadh are classified as a good price. This indicates that finding cheap flights from New York to Riyadh at the moment may require careful planning and monitoring. Fares for this route typically range from $652 to $1475, with a median price of $1024. Currently, fares are significantly below the typical level, suggesting a favorable time to consider booking if you find a suitable deal.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Riyadh? Travelers looking for the most economical options should target August, with a median fare of $442. September is also a strong contender for lower prices, showing a median fare of $453. Additionally, November offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $563.

A typical journey from New York to Riyadh takes approximately 18h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a substantial distance of 10480 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, the overall travel time reflects the inclusion of layovers.

For flights from New York to Riyadh, most itineraries connect at least once. Only a small share of recent fares, 4.4%, are for direct flights from New York to Riyadh. When itineraries do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from New York to Riyadh

Regular price: $619 - $1,272

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

The regular price range for flights from New York to Riyadh is between $619 and $1272. The current lowest deal is $729 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Sep 1-Sep 8.

now $729

Low $619

High $1,272

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Riyadh

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to RUH is August, with a median price of $442. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2030. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $442

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Flights from $2,030

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Direct flights from New York to Riyadh

Saudia

Last-minute flights going from New York to Riyadh

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Riyadh

New York (JFK) - Riyadh (RUH)

Etihad Airways

$1,005

$879

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Riyadh

New York (EWR) - Riyadh (RUH)

Air France

$1,131

$1,030

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Riyadh

New York (JFK) - Riyadh (RUH)

Gulf Air

$877

$793

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Riyadh

New York (JFK) - Riyadh (RUH)

Gulf Air

$883

$751

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Riyadh

New York (JFK) - Riyadh (RUH)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$971

$903

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Riyadh

New York (JFK) - Riyadh (RUH)

Etihad Airways

$823

$748

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Riyadh

13 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 23

$1,237 → $970

22%

7 nights

Jan 24 - Jan 31

$1,098 → $841

23%

6 nights

Jan 25 - Jan 31

$1,097 → $841

23%

13 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 26

$1,046 → $822

21%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Riyadh

New York - Riyadh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from New York to Riyadh are below the typical level, with prices around $709.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $442.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights from New York to Riyadh typically take 18h 10m, covering a distance of 10480 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Only 4.4% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Saudia offers direct flights

Saudia is an airline that offers direct flights on the New York to Riyadh route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from New York to Riyadh are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International offers the cheapest flights from New York to Riyadh.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$704

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia is an option for flights from New York to Riyadh.

📍 ~10 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1172

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport is an alternative for flights from New York to Riyadh.

📍 ~70 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1563

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International is another choice for flights from New York to Riyadh.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$964

Riyadh main airports to arrive at

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport is a primary gateway to Riyadh from New York.

📍 ~40 km from Riyadh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$702

Airports nearby Riyadh used as alternative

King Fahd International (DMM)

King Fahd International is a major international hub within the same country, offering extensive global connectivity.

📍 ~380 km from Riyadh (approximately 4 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$762

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Riyadh

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Riyadh

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from New York to Riyadh is typically 7-13 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have shown an average price of $728. Booking 60 or more days out also presents a good value, with an average price of $746. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure tends to be more expensive, averaging around $1571.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New York to Riyadh is considered to be $652 or less. The median price for this route has been $1024. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $1475 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $652 mark.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from New York to Riyadh, with a median price of $442. September also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $453. While November has a median of $563, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, indicating price fluctuations. The annual median price for this route is typically $1024.

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New York to Riyadh: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Riyadh

How much is a round trip from New York to Riyadh

Regular price: $619 - $1,272

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

The regular price range for flights from New York to Riyadh is between $619 and $1272. The current lowest deal is $729 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Sep 1-Sep 8.

now $729

Low $619

High $1,272

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Riyadh

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to RUH is August, with a median price of $442. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2030. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $442

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,030

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Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec