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$100+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Riyadh (RUH)

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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — RUH
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khaled Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$184
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$100
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$236

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/288:50 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/54:05 pmRUH - IST
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$184
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 9/283:25 pmIST - RUH
1 stop7h 25mSAUDIA
Sat 10/42:00 amRUH - IST
1 stop10h 05mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/14$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/113:25 pmIST - RUH
1 stop8h 25mSAUDIA
Wed 9/172:00 amRUH - IST
1 stop10h 05mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/14$186
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 10/1011:55 amIST - RUH
1 stop7h 50mSAUDIA
Sun 10/192:00 amRUH - IST
1 stop10h 05mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/14$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/98:45 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mflynas
Sun 9/144:05 pmRUH - IST
Nonstop3h 50mflynas
Deal found 8/13$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/98:45 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mflynas
Sat 9/134:05 pmRUH - IST
Nonstop3h 50mflynas
Deal found 8/13$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/118:45 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop3h 45mflynas
Thu 9/184:05 pmRUH - IST
Nonstop3h 50mflynas
Deal found 8/14$207
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/104:25 pmIST - RUH
Nonstop4h 25mSAUDIA
Wed 9/171:00 pmRUH - IST
1 stop8h 10mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/12$208

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Riyadh 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Riyadh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sun 9/28

8:50 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 10/5

4:05 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$184

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sun 9/28

3:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 10/4

2:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$185

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Thu 9/11

3:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 9/17

2:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$186

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

11:55 am-8:50 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 10/20

9:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$191

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

8:45 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 9/14

4:05 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$193

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

8:45 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 9/13

4:05 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$202

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sat 9/13

8:45 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$100

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sat 9/20

8:45 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$122

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Wed 9/10

8:50 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$127

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Tue 8/26

8:50 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Riyadh

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh (average of $923). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,310). 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 IST to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Riyadh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 50% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Riyadh. 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from IST to RUH are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SAUDIA, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
626 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
626 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
626 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,940 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
626 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
636 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
626 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Riyadh. 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 into for flights to Riyadh from Istanbul?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Riyadh. You should not have trouble finding flights to King Khaled Intl from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Riyadh airport from Istanbul. It is only a 18.7 mi journey from King Khaled Intl (RUH) to Riyadh’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh round-trip from $129. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ajet, from $131, and Pegasus Airlines, from $136. flyadeal is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Riyadh from Istanbul Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SAUDIA (82%), Turkish Airlines (75%), flynas( 55%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $155. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Riyadh King Khaled Intl) can be booked for $600 on average our data indicates $252 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul 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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh (average of $923). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,310). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Riyadh. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
flyadealCheapest$129Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AjetCheapest$131Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$136Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$166Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SAUDIACheapest$194Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%

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