$337+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Cape Town (CPT)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — CPT
Nov 24 — Dec 11
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Cape TownExplore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 25, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 25, 2026.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/114:30 am -
2 stops33h 30m
Thu 11/261:50 pm -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 10/21![Etihad Airways logo]()
$721
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/203:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sat 11/281:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$754
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/113:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Thu 11/261:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$760
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/163:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Fri 11/271:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$765
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/163:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sat 11/281:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$782
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/183:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Mon 11/231:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/20![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$799
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/73:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Wed 11/119:00 am -
2 stops16h 10m
Deal found 10/25![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$854
Best flights from Riyadh to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Riyadh to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Riyadh to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/114:30 am -
2 stops34h 40m
Thu 11/261:50 pm -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 10/22![Etihad Airways logo]()
$721
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/113:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Thu 11/261:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$760
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sun 2/71:25 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Sat 2/202:00 pm -
2 stops21h 25m
Deal found 10/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$803
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/163:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Fri 11/271:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/23![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$760
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/183:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Mon 11/231:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/23![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$799
Last-minute flights from Riyadh to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Riyadh to Cape Town. Data last updated October 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Riyadh to Cape Town. Data last updated October 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/73:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Wed 11/119:00 am -
2 stops16h 10m
Deal found 10/25![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$854
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/114:30 am -
2 stops33h 30m
Thu 11/261:50 pm -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 10/21![Etihad Airways logo]()
$721
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/113:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Thu 11/261:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$760
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/163:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Fri 11/271:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$765
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/163:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sat 11/281:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$782
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/183:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Mon 11/231:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/20![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$799
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/203:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sat 11/281:50 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$754
One-way flights from Riyadh to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from Riyadh to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Riyadh to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3010:35 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Etihad Airways logo]()
$337
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 11/292:25 am -
1 stop34h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$527
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3012:00 pm -
3 stops26h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$730
Find flight deals from Riyadh to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 October 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $721 (Etihad Airways) |
One-way from | $337 (oojo) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $838 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Cape Town 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
RiyadhCape Town
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
RUHCPT
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sun 11/29
2:25 am-12:05 pm
1 stop34h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$527
RiyadhCape Town
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
RUHCPT
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Wed 11/11
4:30 am-2:10 pm
2 stops34h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
1:50 pm-4:00 pm
2 stops25h 10m
$721
Quickest round-trip
RiyadhCape Town
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
RUHCPT
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Mon 11/30
4:30 pm-1:35 pm
3 stops22h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$730
RiyadhCape Town
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
RUHCPT
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Wed 11/11
3:40 am-2:10 pm
1 stop11h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
1:50 pm-2:10 am
1 stop11h 20m
$760
RiyadhCape Town
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
RUHCPT
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Mon 11/16
3:40 am-2:10 pm
1 stop11h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/27
1:50 pm-2:10 am
1 stop11h 20m
$760
RiyadhCape Town
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
RUHCPT
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Wed 11/18
3:40 am-2:10 pm
1 stop11h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/23
1:50 pm-2:10 am
1 stop11h 20m
$799
RiyadhCape Town
RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
RUHCPT
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sun 2/7
1:25 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop34h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 2/20
2:00 pm-12:25 pm
2 stops21h 25m
$803
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Riyadh to Cape Town in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Riyadh-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Riyadh-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Riyadh-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Cape Town
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Cape Town
How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Cape Town?
Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riyadh to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Cape Town (average of $583). Flying from Riyadh to Cape Town in May is currently the most expensive (average of $966). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Riyadh to Cape Town?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Riyadh to Cape Town flights typically cost between $619 and $956 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $721 on Etihad Airways (Nov 11-Nov 26).
Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated October 25, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Riyadh to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.1
Food
7.9
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.4
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Comfort
8.1
Food
7.9
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.4
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Comfort
8.1
Food
7.9
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.4
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Comfort
8.1
Food
7.9
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.4
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$508 | Average$879 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$583 | Average$930 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$865 | Average$894 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |