Can I fly direct from Riyadh to Doha?

Yes, direct flights from Riyadh to Doha are available. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 32.5% of the flights on this route were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2.

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Doha?

The direct flight from Riyadh to Doha typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 496 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes. This duration includes the time spent during the layover.

Should I set a price alert for Riyadh to Doha flights?

Yes, it is advisable to set a price alert for flights from Riyadh to Doha. Based on historical data over a 30-day period, deals on this route are classified as frequent. This indicates that price fluctuations occur regularly, and an alert could help you secure a more favorable fare.

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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-16
RUH - Doha
43% AI deal score
$161
$175
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$187
$175
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Riyadh to Doha: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Doha

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Riyadh to Doha, fares typically range from $289–$696, with a median price of $427. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. This route sees new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find flights.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Doha, October and July stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $170. June also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $176. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

Regarding flight options, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 32.5% of recent fares being direct flights from Riyadh to Doha. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Riyadh to Doha takes approximately 1h 30m for non-stop flights. However, for itineraries that include connections, the median journey time extends to 6h 10m. This difference is important to consider when planning your travel time.

The distance between Riyadh and Doha is 496 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance means that flight times are generally brief, particularly for direct services.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Doha

Regular price: $136 - $250

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

The regular price range for flights from Riyadh to Doha is between $136 and $250. The current lowest deal is $173 with Flynas for travel from Sep 16-Sep 18.

now $173

Low $136

High $250

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Doha

The cheapest month to fly from RUH to DOH is October, with a median price of $170. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $448. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $170

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $448

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Doha

Flynas

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Doha

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$250

$207

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$257

$218

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$254

$219

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$257

$219

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$254

$220

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$248

$230

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

$363 → $209

42%

1 night

Aug 31 - Sep 1

$428 → $300

30%

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

$346 → $228

34%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$330 → $226

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Doha

Riyadh - Doha route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Riyadh to Doha are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July, October, or June for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are July, October, and June, with median prices around $170.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights to Doha typically take 1h 30m, while connecting flights average 6h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 67.5% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flynas offers direct flights

Flynas is one airline offering direct flights from Riyadh to Doha.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Riyadh to Doha are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is a convenient option for flights from Riyadh to Doha.

📍 ~27 km from Riyadh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$205

Doha main airports to arrive at

Hamad International (DOH)

Cheapest

Hamad International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Riyadh to Doha.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$205

Airports nearby Doha used as alternative

King Fahd International (DMM)

Cheapest

King Fahd International offers extensive international and regional flights, useful as a close alternative to Doha.

📍 ~100 km from Doha (reachable by car, requires Saudi visa)

💸 Flights from ~$101

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Doha

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Best Elite deals to Doha

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From RUH

Elite

Oct 23

Doha, Qatar

73% AI deal score

$1,632

$1,091

Save $541

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 01

Doha, Qatar

72% AI deal score

$1,554

$1,122

Save $432

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Oct 22

Doha, Qatar

71% AI deal score

$1,496

$1,091

Save $405

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Oct 17

Doha, Qatar

71% AI deal score

$1,521

$1,091

Save $430

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 03

Doha, Qatar

71% AI deal score

$1,498

$1,101

Save $397

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 03

Doha, Qatar

71% AI deal score

$1,530

$1,122

Save $408

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Oct 12

Doha, Qatar

71% AI deal score

$1,596

$1,143

Save $453

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 02

Doha, Qatar

67% AI deal score

$1,448

$1,221

Save $227

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 08

Doha, Qatar

67% AI deal score

$1,467

$1,223

Save $244

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 05

Doha, Qatar

66% AI deal score

$1,392

$1,091

Save $301

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 01

Doha, Qatar

66% AI deal score

$1,575

$1,241

Save $334

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 07

Doha, Qatar

66% AI deal score

$1,452

$1,242

Save $210

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Doha

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Riyadh to Doha is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $243. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $737. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out also tends to be more expensive, averaging around $531.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Riyadh to Doha was considered to be $289 or less. The median price for this route was $427, while prices could go as high as $696 or more. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, October and July have been the cheapest months to fly from Riyadh to Doha, both showing a median price of $170. June also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $176. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median price of $427 for this route, based on data collected over 270 days.

Riyadh to Doha: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Doha

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Doha

Regular price: $136 - $250

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

The regular price range for flights from Riyadh to Doha is between $136 and $250. The current lowest deal is $173 with Flynas for travel from Sep 16-Sep 18.

now $173

Low $136

High $250

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Doha

October

Cheapest

Flights from $170

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $448

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Doha

Flynas

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Doha

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$250

$207

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$257

$218

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$254

$219

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$257

$219

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$254

$220

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Doha

Riyadh (RUH) - Doha (DOH)

Flynas

$248

$230

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

$363 → $209

42%

1 night

Aug 31 - Sep 1

$428 → $300

30%

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

$346 → $228

34%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$330 → $226

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Doha

Riyadh - Doha route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Riyadh to Doha are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July, October, or June for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are July, October, and June, with median prices around $170.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights to Doha typically take 1h 30m, while connecting flights average 6h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 67.5% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flynas offers direct flights

Flynas is one airline offering direct flights from Riyadh to Doha.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Riyadh to Doha are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is a convenient option for flights from Riyadh to Doha.

📍 ~27 km from Riyadh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$205

Doha main airports to arrive at

Hamad International (DOH)

Cheapest

Hamad International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Riyadh to Doha.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$205

Airports nearby Doha used as alternative

King Fahd International (DMM)

Cheapest

King Fahd International offers extensive international and regional flights, useful as a close alternative to Doha.

Doha, Qatar

66% AI deal score

$1,452

$1,242

Save $210

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Doha

Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Doha

Today’s best flight deals from Riyadh to Doha

Riyadh to Doha: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Doha

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Doha

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Doha

Direct flights from Riyadh to Doha

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Doha

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

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Doha

Riyadh - Doha route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July, October, or June for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Flynas offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Riyadh main airports to depart from

Doha main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Doha used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Doha

Best Elite deals to Doha

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Sep 01

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Oct 17

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Sep 03

Oct 12

Sep 02

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Sep 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Doha

How far in advance should I book a flight from Riyadh to Doha?

How much should a flight from Riyadh to Doha cost?

What's the best month to fly from Riyadh to Doha?

Can I fly direct from Riyadh to Doha?

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Doha?

Should I set a price alert for Riyadh to Doha flights?

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Riyadh to Doha: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Doha

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Doha

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Doha

Direct flights from Riyadh to Doha

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Doha

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

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Doha

Riyadh - Doha route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July, October, or June for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Flynas offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Riyadh main airports to depart from

Doha main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Doha used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Doha

Best Elite deals to Doha

Oct 23

Sep 01

Oct 22

Oct 17

Sep 03

Sep 03

Oct 12

Sep 02

Sep 08

Sep 05

Sep 01

Sep 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Doha

How far in advance should I book a flight from Riyadh to Doha?

How much should a flight from Riyadh to Doha cost?

What's the best month to fly from Riyadh to Doha?