Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Riyadh (RUH)

CMB — RUH
May 10 — May 171

The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl are usually found in October or December, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Riyadh (RUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$638

Round-trip from

$970
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 44% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 66% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Find a great deal and save up to 11% by booking at least 46 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $294.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in April. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Riyadh. Flights to Riyadh from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in October are about $529 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $181.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh (CMB - RUH)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

When is the best time to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Colombo to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Riyadh by month

Plan your trip from Colombo to Riyadh by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Colombo to Riyadh is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh (average of $970). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,489). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$970

February

$997

March

$1,039

April

$1,069

May

$1,077

June

$1,489

July

$1,275

August

$1,306

September

$1,059

October

$1,047

November

$1,122

December

$1,040

Temperature and rainfall in Riyadh by month

Plan your trip to Riyadh by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

RUH

Temperature

57.2 - 96.8 °F

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Riyadh from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), located 18.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Riyadh. 2 airlines have flights to King Khaled Intl from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Thursday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh on average per day?

    On average 1 flight departs from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh per day.
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

  • What does CMB to RUH mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CMB to RUH flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Riyadh that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Colombo to Riyadh flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Colombo to Riyadh with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Colombo to Riyadh flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Riyadh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Riyadh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Riyadh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Riyadh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Riyadh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Riyadh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Riyadh that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Colombo to Riyadh offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Colombo to Riyadh?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Colombo to Riyadh flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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Hourly flight availability from Colombo to Riyadh

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Weekly flight availability from Colombo to Riyadh

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