How many flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 1.1% of flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that direct flights are not commonly available on this route. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. has a median duration of 14 hours and 25 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, at 21 hours and 55 minutes. The distance between the two cities is approximately 10842 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing their itinerary.

How much more do direct flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. cost?

Historically, direct flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. have been about 1% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1032, while the median price for a connecting flight was $1018. Direct flights made up approximately 3.9% of the available options across the trailing 90 days. This indicates that while direct options are limited, their cost difference is minimal.

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Riyadh to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Most itineraries from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 1.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, you can expect a typical journey to include 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. takes about 25h 10m, including connections. This long-haul route covers a substantial distance of 10,822 kilometers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable months to fly are typically September, with a median fare of $439, and December, with a median fare of $457. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $672.

Right now, cheap flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1095–$2090, with a median fare of $1704. Current fares are below the typical level. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals show up several times a week, so setting a price alert could be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $696 - $1,102

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. is typically between $696 and $1102. The current lowest deal is $639 with Royal Jordanian, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 29.

now $639

Low $696

High $1,102

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. is September, with a median price of $439. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2320. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $439

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,320

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Saudia

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$835

$731

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$852

$745

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$975

$811

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Royal Jordanian

$1,002

$665

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$964

$803

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$905

$792

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

16 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 24

$1,136 → $655

42%

11 nights

Jan 6 - Jan 17

$1,138 → $719

37%

11 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 14

$1,064 → $656

38%

5 nights

Nov 20 - Nov 25

$1,102 → $718

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Riyadh - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Riyadh to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $639.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. at $439.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect 25h 10m flight time

The median flight time from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. is 25 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, typically involving 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Royal Jordanian has a deal for $639

Royal Jordanian offers a recent deal for $639 from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. in November.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. appear regularly.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$617

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good arrival option for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$611

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Washington, D.C., United States

94% AI deal score

$4,995

$2,908

Save $2,087

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 10

Washington, D.C., United States

94% AI deal score

$2,885

$1,667

Save $1,218

Alitalia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 23

Washington, D.C., United States

93% AI deal score

$4,943

$2,898

Save $2,045

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 02

Washington, D.C., United States

92% AI deal score

$4,987

$3,324

Save $1,663

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 06

Washington, D.C., United States

92% AI deal score

$5,923

$3,685

Save $2,238

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 12

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$4,869

$3,465

Save $1,404

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 29

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$4,987

$3,486

Save $1,501

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 24

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$4,870

$3,486

Save $1,384

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 31

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$5,115

$3,495

Save $1,620

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 28

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$4,932

$3,495

Save $1,437

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Sep 14

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$4,926

$3,495

Save $1,431

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. have been found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $1084. Booking 7-13 days out saw an average price of $1169, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in a higher average price of $1293. For travelers planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance showed an average price of $1937.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $1095 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $1704. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals historically being $2090 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. have been September and December. In September, the median price was $439, and in December, it was $457. The overall annual median price for this route was $1704, indicating that these months offer significant savings. January also showed a relatively lower median price of $672 compared to the annual average.

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Riyadh to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

A typical journey from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. takes about 25h 10m, including connections. This long-haul route covers a substantial distance of 10,822 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $696 - $1,102

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. is typically between $696 and $1102. The current lowest deal is $639 with Royal Jordanian, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 29.

now $639

Low $696

High $1,102

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $439

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,320

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Saudia

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$835

$731

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$852

$745

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$975

$811

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Royal Jordanian

$1,002

$665

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$964

$803

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Washington, D.C.

Riyadh (RUH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$905

$792

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

16 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 24

$1,136 → $655

42%

11 nights

Jan 6 - Jan 17

$1,138 → $719

37%

11 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 14

$1,064 → $656

38%

5 nights

Nov 20 - Nov 25

$1,102 → $718

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Riyadh - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Riyadh to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $639.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. at $439.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect 25h 10m flight time

The median flight time from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. is 25 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, typically involving 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Royal Jordanian has a deal for $639

Royal Jordanian offers a recent deal for $639 from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. in November.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. appear regularly.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$617

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good arrival option for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$611

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International offers an extensive route network and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$4,926

$3,495

Save $1,431

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Today’s best flight deals from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Riyadh to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Riyadh - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Expect 25h 10m flight time

Connecting flights are dominant

Royal Jordanian has a deal for $639

Deals appear regularly

Riyadh main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How early should I book Riyadh to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.?

How many flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.?

How much more do direct flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. cost?

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Riyadh to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Riyadh - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Expect 25h 10m flight time

Connecting flights are dominant

Royal Jordanian has a deal for $639

Deals appear regularly

Riyadh main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Sep 26

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How early should I book Riyadh to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.?