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$362+ Cheap flights to Riyadh

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— RUH
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Wed 8/5
Wed 8/12
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Flights to Riyadh in 2026

Cheapest flights to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on July 6, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 12/611:55 am
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop26h 25m
Gulf Air
Thu 1/147:00 am
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop34h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5$717
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/263:45 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/84:00 pm
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$762
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 9/63:45 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/2310:30 pm
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/1$764
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Sun 12/611:55 am
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop18h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 1/1211:20 pm
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop17h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5$766
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/83:45 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 9/184:20 am
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3$768
This Almosafer deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 Almosafer is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/611:55 am
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop15h 00m
Gulf Air
Sat 1/1611:20 pm
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop17h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5$778
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Tue 9/13:45 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/291:55 pm
RUH
-
JFK
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$793
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.
Tue 9/83:45 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/182:15 pm
RUH
-
JFK
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$803
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/19:15 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop17h 10m
ITA Airways
Tue 12/82:55 am
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop19h 20m
ITA Airways
Deal found 7/1$804
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/19:15 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop17h 10m
ITA Airways
Mon 12/72:55 am
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop24h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 7/3$805
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/243:45 pm
JFK
-
RUH
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/261:45 am
RUH
-
JFK
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$824
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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.
Mon 10/57:45 pm
EWR
-
RUH
1 stop19h 35m
LOT
Tue 11/31:40 am
RUH
-
EWR
1 stop26h 45m
LOT
Deal found 7/4$919

Find flight deals to Riyadh

Find the latest flights to Riyadh in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on July 6, 2026.

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October

Average price

$1,312

Round-trip from

$717

One-way from

$362

Good round-trip deal

$882 or less

Good one-way deal

$399 or less
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From New York to Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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One-way flight from New York to Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH)
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Locate flights to Riyadh that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on July 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Riyadh that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkRiyadh

JFK - RUH

JFKRUH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/14

4:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 11/17

2:55 am-6:55 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$876

New YorkRiyadh

JFK - RUH

JFKRUH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/23

11:55 am-2:45 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 1/14

7:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop34h 10m

$927

New YorkRiyadh

JFK - RUH

JFKRUH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/2

10:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 9/10

1:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$929

New YorkRiyadh

JFK - RUH

JFKRUH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/15

3:45 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 8/10

4:20 am-8:35 am

1 stop35h 15m

$1,019

New YorkRiyadh

JFK - RUH

JFKRUH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/24

4:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 1/15

2:55 am-2:15 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$1,026

NewarkRiyadh

EWR - RUH

EWRRUH

Newark

Sat 12/5

12:25 am-12:55 am

1 stop16h 30m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 1/12

1:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$1,044

New YorkRiyadh

JFK - RUH

JFKRUH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/18

3:45 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 8/25

7:25 pm-10:05 pm

3 stops33h 40m

$1,052
Quickest round-trip

New YorkRiyadh

JFK - RUH

JFKRUH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/16

10:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/29

10:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop17h 05m

$1,086

New YorkRiyadh

LGA - RUH

LGARUH

New York LaGuardia

Sun 12/6

4:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 1/14

11:30 pm-10:43 am

1 stop19h 13m

$1,088

New YorkRiyadh

LGA - RUH

LGARUH

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/27

10:30 am-4:05 am

3 stops34h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/30

10:30 pm-2:37 pm

3 stops23h 07m

$1,110

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Compare providers for flights to Riyadh

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 to Riyadh in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Riyadh flight deals, Cheapflights users have found Ovago to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Riyadh flight deals on Cheapflights and Ovago. This is based on searches made for Riyadh flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: Ovago is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Riyadh flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), Ovago has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Riyadh. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Riyadh

How long is the flight to Riyadh?

On average, a flight from New York to Riyadh takes 17 hours 36 minutes. Flights to Riyadh from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Riyadh?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Riyadh are Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways and SAUDIA.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $509
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $615
Delta
Delta
From $433
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From $368

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Riyadh?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Riyadh are Delta, Gulf Air and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Riyadh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riyadh ranges from 0.0 - 1.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Riyadh when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Riyadh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riyadh, 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 96.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Riyadh?

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Riyadh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

The best insider tips for flights to Riyadh

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Reviews of airlines servicing Riyadh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riyadh. 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 Riyadh. Reviews last updated July 6, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andSAUDIA to Saudi Arabia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,436 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
689 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,476 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
235 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

FAQs about flying to Riyadh

Best Time to Fly to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

As you might expect, temperatures during the summer months of June to August in Saudi Arabia can reach intolerable highs, making it difficult to enjoy your trip comfortably. Visitors are therefore best advised to travel between November and March during the city’s winter when the weather is nevertheless pleasant enough to see all of Riyadh’s top tourist attractions. April and October are often the cheapest times to travel due to the off-peak season, so if you are not restricted in the times you can travel these months are well worth considering to save yourself money and the usual tourist hustle and bustle.

Getting around Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Once you have arrived at your destination it is simple to discover many of the city’s attractions on foot. However, if you feel that you want to venture further afield it is best to look into travelling by taxi or hiring a car since Riyadh is a city whose transport is very much dominated by cars. Although it is widely accepted that women are forbidden from driving here, this is sometimes overlooked for foreign visitors.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Riyadh?

    Most people fly into Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) if they book a flight to Riyadh. King Khaled Intl is conveniently located just 18.7 mi from Riyadh’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Riyadh if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Riyadh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Riyadh?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Riyadh.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Riyadh?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Riyadh. One-way flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl typically cost $76, while round-trip flights cost around $128.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Riyadh?

    A round-trip flight to Riyadh will typically cost around $263, however they can be found for as little as $128.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Riyadh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Riyadh, Washington, D.C. offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Riyadh King Khaled Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Riyadh King Khaled Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Riyadh King Khaled Intl?

    Yes. Riyadh King Khaled Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Lahadhat Tented Camp is the closest property to Riyadh King Khaled Intl (0.0 mi away from Riyadh King Khaled Intl).

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