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RUH

Dammam

Saudi ArabiaJun 2026

$84

$77

One-way

RUH

Istanbul

TurkeyJan 2027

$130

$81

One-way

RUH

Amman

JordanSep 2026

$200

$82

One-way

RUH

Dubai

United Arab EmiratesJun 2026

$138

$84

One-way

RUH

Cairo

EgyptAug 2026

$175

$84

One-way

RUH

Abu Dhabi

United Arab EmiratesNov 2026

$194

$84

One-way

RUH

Ta if

Saudi ArabiaSep 2026

$62

$84

One-way

RUH

Lahore

PakistanJul 2026

$234

$85

One-way

RUH

Kuwait City

KuwaitJun 2026

$99

$85

One-way

RUH

Al Jawf Region

Saudi ArabiaJun 2026

$97

$85

One-way

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Origin Intelligence — 1,989 Destinations from Riyadh Tracked

Insights for flights from Riyadh

Over the last 90 days, 14% of recent fares from Riyadh were to the United Arab Emirates, making it the dominant country for flight deals from Riyadh. Other significant destinations include Saudi Arabia and Thailand, both accounting for 7% of recent fares. You can reach a vast network of destinations from Riyadh, with flights available to 1989 unique cities.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Riyadh, the most economical options right now include routes to Kuwait City, Kuwait, with fares starting at $133. You can also find competitive prices to Jizan, Saudi Arabia, from $139, and to Dammam, Saudi Arabia, starting at $155. These prices represent some of the lowest available for roundtrip travel.
The majority of flights from Riyadh involve connections, as only 22.9% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. This indicates that while direct flights from Riyadh are available, many routes will include at least one stop, which can sometimes offer more flexibility or lower prices depending on the destination.
The most frequently discounted destination from Riyadh recently is Dubai, United Arab Emirates, which appeared in 76,711 recent fares. Following closely in popularity are routes to Doha, Qatar, and Dammam, Saudi Arabia, indicating strong demand and frequent availability for these specific destinations.
When considering flight distances from Riyadh, the route mix is varied. Approximately 12% of routes are short-haul, while the largest portion, 54%, are medium-haul trips. Additionally, about 34% of the routes from Riyadh are long-distance international trips, offering a broad range of travel options for different preferences.

Most popular airlines from Riyadh

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Saudia

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Qatar Airways

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Emirates Airlines

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Last-minute flights going from Riyadh soon

Sat, Jun 20

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RUH - Alexandria

Qatar Airways

Riyadh (RUH) - Alexandria (AEX)

Qatar Airways

$2,490

$1,377

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

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RUH - Chicago

Etihad Airways

Riyadh (RUH) - Chicago (ORD)

Etihad Airways

$1,045

$689

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

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RUH - Basel

Valuair

Riyadh (RUH) - Basel (BSL)

Valuair

$633

$323

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

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RUH - London

Valuair

Riyadh (RUH) - London (STN)

Valuair

$809

$414

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

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RUH - Houston

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Riyadh (RUH) - Houston (HOU)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,617

$1,058

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

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RUH - Atlanta

Etihad Airways

Riyadh (RUH) - Atlanta (ATL)

Etihad Airways

$1,146

$818

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Riyadh

Sydney

TOP

AustraliaSep 2026

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$738

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Chicago

TOP

United StatesJun 2026

from

$689

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Las Vegas

TOP

United StatesNov 2026

from

$804

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Austin

TOP

United StatesNov 2026

from

$868

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Manila

TOP

PhilippinesSep 2026

from

$351

Ko Samui

TOP

ThailandOct 2026

from

$549

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Riyadh

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RUH - Alexandria

$2,490  →  $1,377

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-36%

RUH - Lebanon

$1,965  →  $1,260

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-36%

RUH - Montevideo

$1,783  →  $1,148

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-37%

RUH - Houston

$1,563  →  $980

Popular Airports from Riyadh

Riyadh airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Kuwait City

Flights to Kuwait City are cheapest, with prices as low as $133.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, Jan, Sep

Flights from Riyadh tend to be cheaper in Feb, Jan, and Sep.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 months in advance

Booking 2-8 months ahead can save you money, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Saudia, Flydubai, Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

Full-service and low-cost carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Riyadh.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$77 direct / ~$133 roundtrip

The best deals from Riyadh are to destinations within Saudi Arabia and to Kuwait.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sat

Saturday is the cheapest day to depart from RUH, with a median fare of $420.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International is suitable for travelers flying from Riyadh, offering a range of flight options.

📍 ~35 km from Riyadh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Airports nearby Riyadh used as alternative

King Fahd International (DMM)

Cheapest

King Fahd International is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and a primary alternative for long-haul and regional flights.

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

💸 Flights from ~$106

Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional (ELQ)

Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional is the closest regional airport with significant commercial traffic, offering good alternatives for domestic and regional Middle Eastern flights.

📍 ~330 km from Riyadh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$171

Bahrain International (BAH)

Bahrain International is a major international gateway with high-quality carriers, often serving as a competitive alternative for international long-haul pricing.

📍 ~420 km from Riyadh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$131

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz (MED)

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz offers large international capacity and high reliability, with excellent connectivity to the Middle East and Islamic world.

📍 ~700 km from Riyadh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$137

Hamad International (DOH)

Hamad International is a world-class hub with one of the most extensive global networks, an excellent alternative for premium cabin travelers.

📍 ~550 km from Riyadh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$182

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From RUH

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Jakarta

IndonesiaOct 2026

95% AI deal score

$5,949

$1,556

Save $4,393

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Business Class

From RUH

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Tokyo

JapanAug 2026

95% AI deal score

$8,987

$4,643

Save $4,344

Etihad

Etihad

Business Class

From RUH

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New Delhi

IndiaAug 2026

94% AI deal score

$989

$461

Save $528

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Osaka

JapanJun 2026

94% AI deal score

$3,205

$2,001

Save $1,204

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From RUH

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Lahore

PakistanJul 2026

93% AI deal score

$734

$382

Save $352

Pakistan International Airlines

Pakistan International Airlines

Business Class

From RUH

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Kolkata

IndiaSep 2026

93% AI deal score

$4,752

$2,418

Save $2,334

Etihad

Etihad

Business Class

From RUH

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Islamabad

PakistanJul 2026

92% AI deal score

$834

$466

Save $368

Pakistan International Airlines

Pakistan International Airlines

Business Class

From RUH

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Manila

PhilippinesOct 2026

92% AI deal score

$2,975

$1,712

Save $1,263

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Business Class

From RUH

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Kuala Lumpur

MalaysiaJul 2026

92% AI deal score

$4,984

$1,808

Save $3,176

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Business Class

From RUH

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Dhaka

BangladeshAug 2026

91% AI deal score

$1,686

$942

Save $744

Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Business Class

From RUH

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Singapore

SingaporeOct 2026

91% AI deal score

$5,873

$4,143

Save $1,730

Etihad

Etihad

Business Class

From RUH

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Singapore

SingaporeJul 2026

89% AI deal score

$1,748

$1,603

Save $145

SriLankan

SriLankan

Business Class

From RUH

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Beijing

ChinaSep 2026

87% AI deal score

$2,533

$1,643

Save $890

Philippine Airlines

Philippine Airlines

Business Class

From RUH

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Jaipur

IndiaSep 2026

86% AI deal score

$982

$482

Save $500

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Denpasar

IndonesiaAug 2026

86% AI deal score

$2,346

$1,165

Save $1,181

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Hyderabad

IndiaJul 2026

85% AI deal score

$797

$449

Save $348

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Kolkata

IndiaJun 2026

84% AI deal score

$1,146

$465

Save $681

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Shanghai

ChinaJan 2027

83% AI deal score

$1,812

$831

Save $981

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Phuket City

ThailandJul 2026

83% AI deal score

$7,970

$2,418

Save $5,552

Etihad

Etihad

Business Class

From RUH

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Kochi

IndiaJul 2026

81% AI deal score

$680

$472

Save $208

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Dawadmi

Saudi ArabiaJul 2026

80% AI deal score

$472

$344

Save $128

Saudia

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

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Al-Qassim Region

Saudi ArabiaJul 2026

76% AI deal score

$503

$421

Save $82

Saudia

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

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Mumbai

IndiaJul 2026

76% AI deal score

$4,436

$2,479

Save $1,957

Etihad

Etihad

Business Class

From RUH

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Mumbai

IndiaSep 2026

75% AI deal score

$495

$407

Save $88

Air India Limited

Air India Limited

Business Class

From RUH

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Qaisumah

Saudi ArabiaJul 2026

73% AI deal score

$523

Saudia

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

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Bisha

Saudi ArabiaJun 2026

73% AI deal score

$577

Saudia

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

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New Delhi

IndiaJun 2026

72% AI deal score

$865

$828

Save $37

Flydubai

Flydubai

Business Class

From RUH

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Denpasar

IndonesiaSep 2026

72% AI deal score

$2,206

Etihad

Etihad

Business Class

From RUH

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Hong Kong

Hong KongSep 2026

72% AI deal score

$2,480

Etihad

Etihad

Business Class

From RUH

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Hanoi

VietnamJul 2026

68% AI deal score

$2,281

Philippine Airlines

Philippine Airlines

Business Class

Booking Flights from Riyadh: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, flights from Riyadh under $150 USD are available to 8 destinations. The median price for a flight to Al Bahah is typically around $76, making it one of the most affordable options. Other budget-friendly destinations include Ha il, with a median price of $83, and Medina, at a median of $98. These prices reflect trends observed across the trailing 90 days.

From Riyadh, travelers can historically reach 135 unique countries, encompassing 1989 unique cities. Across the trailing quarter, the United Arab Emirates typically accounts for 14% of available destinations. Saudi Arabia and Thailand each represent 7% of the available routes, indicating a broad international and regional network from Riyadh.

Historically, Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is a highly popular destination from Riyadh. Doha, Qatar, also sees significant activity, making it one of the busiest routes. Within Saudi Arabia, Dammam is a frequently chosen destination. These trends are based on data collected over the trailing 90 days.