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$356+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to California

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RUH — LAX
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Round-trip from

$714
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$356
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$966
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1511:50 amRUH - LAX
1 stop39h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/3110:50 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop22h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/28$714
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2011:50 amRUH - LAS
1 stop41h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/249:10 pmLAS - RUH
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/28$725
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:35 amRUH - LAX
1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 8/53:40 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop21h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$750
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2012:35 amRUH - LAS
1 stop29h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 6/2511:30 amLAS - RUH
2 stops25h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$787
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2612:35 amRUH - SFO
1 stop26h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/310:20 pmSFO - RUH
2 stops22h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$787
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/262:30 amRUH - SFO
1 stop21h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 6/34:05 pmSFO - RUH
1 stop29h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$801
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1511:55 pmRUH - LAX
2 stops21h 55mKLM
Wed 10/151:50 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop23h 00mKLM
Deal found 4/28$840
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/178:40 amRUH - LAX
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/134:50 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$842
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/3011:50 amRUH - LAX
1 stop35h 25mDelta
Thu 8/73:15 pmLAX - RUH
2 stops30h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/28$862
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Thu 6/58:40 amRUH - LAX
1 stop19h 30mAir France
Thu 6/196:30 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop25h 55mAir France
Deal found 4/29$869
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Wed 5/71:45 amRUH - LAX
2 stops26h 30mITA Airways
Sat 5/316:00 amLAX - RUH
2 stops29h 25mITA Airways
Deal found 4/28$899
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:25 amRUH - LAX
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/191:40 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop35h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$910

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to California 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to California that are best for you.

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Riyadh

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 6/15

11:50 am-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/31

10:50 pm-7:25 am

1 stop22h 35m

$714

RiyadhLas Vegas

RUH - LAS

RUHLAS

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 7/20

11:50 am-7:20 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/24

9:10 pm-7:25 am

1 stop24h 15m

$725

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 5/16

12:35 am-2:55 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/5

3:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$750

RiyadhLas Vegas

RUH - LAS

RUHLAS

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 6/20

12:35 am-7:50 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/25

11:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$787

RiyadhSan Francisco

RUH - SFO

RUHSFO

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 5/26

12:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

10:20 pm-6:35 am

2 stops22h 15m

$787

RiyadhSan Francisco

RUH - SFO

RUHSFO

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 5/26

2:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop21h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

4:05 pm-7:25 am

1 stop29h 20m

$801

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 9/15

11:55 pm-11:50 am

2 stops21h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

1:50 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$840

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 9/17

8:40 am-6:25 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

4:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$842

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 5/30

11:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

3:15 pm-7:25 am

2 stops30h 10m

$862

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/5

8:40 am-6:10 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/19

6:30 pm-6:25 am

1 stop25h 55m

$869

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to California (average of $246). Flying from Riyadh to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Riyadh to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Riyadh to California, such as Emirates, Delta and KLM. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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

    If you book a flight to California from Riyadh, you will be flying from King Khaled Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is located 18.7 mi from the center of Riyadh.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is ITA Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $521. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Riyadh to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Riyadh to California?

    While some choose either Riyadh King Khaled Intl - San Francisco or Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Ontario, Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Riyadh to California.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to California (average of $246). Flying from Riyadh to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to California. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ITA AirwaysCheapest$722Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$728Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$771Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$833Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$972Average$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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