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$74+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — IST
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul are usually found in October or May, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$162
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$74
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$499 or less
From Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/318:00 amRUH - IST
1 stop9h 10mSAUDIA
Thu 8/710:25 pmIST - RUH
1 stop8h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 7/3$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/13:25 pmRUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mflyadeal
Mon 9/158:50 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop3h 50mflyadeal
Deal found 7/1$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/134:05 pmRUH - IST
Nonstop3h 50mflynas
Thu 7/178:45 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop3h 50mflynas
Deal found 7/1$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/104:05 pmRUH - IST
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/128:50 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$194

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Riyadh

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Istanbul

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Depart

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Price

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 7/31

8:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 8/7

10:25 pm-6:50 am

1 stop8h 25m

$162

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 9/1

3:25 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 9/15

8:50 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$170

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 7/13

4:05 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 7/17

8:45 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$182

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 7/27

3:25 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$74

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 8/5

4:05 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$77

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/30

1:05 am-10:35 am

1 stop9h 30m

$111

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 7/19

7:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$141

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 8/7

12:30 pm-2:20 am

1 stop13h 50m

$151

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 7/10

3:55 am-6:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$157

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-4:55 am

1 stop21h 55m

$164

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Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RUH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 69% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riyadh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

The most flights from RUH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, SAUDIA, and Gulf Air from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
619 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
flynas
6.9
Okay
91 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), located 18.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Riyadh to Istanbul. 7 airlines have flights from King Khaled Intl to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is SAUDIA. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $162 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are flyadeal and flynas, starting at $170 and $182 round-trip. SAUDIA is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    $74 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from flyadeal. You may also be able to find cheap deals on flynas and Azerbaijan Airlines, with prices starting from $77 and $111, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport on time: flynas (96%), flyadeal (93%), SAUDIA (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,707 for a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $156 while the most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at $223.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Riyadh to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest$98Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$130Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
flyadealCheapest$135Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
flynasCheapest$136Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$137Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
SAUDIACheapest$220Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Gulf AirCheapest$288Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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