Riyadh

$305+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Riyadh (RUH)

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WAS — RUH
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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

$571
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,411

Good round-trip deal

$985 or less

Good one-way deal

$418 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Riyadh King Khaled Intl
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($115 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:50 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop14h 35mRoyal Jordanian
Sat 10/117:25 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop29h 20mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 8/12$571
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/710:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/144:20 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$734
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1310:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/104:20 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/12$749
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2710:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 10/410:15 amRUH - IAD
1 stop36h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$753
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2710:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/164:20 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$754
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/110:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop34h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/1110:35 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop24h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$757
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2610:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/310:15 amRUH - IAD
1 stop36h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/12$758
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2410:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/1310:35 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop24h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$788
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/111:30 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/171:25 amRUH - IAD
1 stop17h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12$796
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Tue 9/911:00 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop40h 00mAir China
Thu 9/1112:05 amRUH - IAD
1 stop26h 25mAir China
Deal found 8/13$800
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/251:30 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/2812:40 amRUH - IAD
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$804
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/175:00 pmDCA - RUH
2 stops19h 20mAir France
Wed 2/182:05 amRUH - DCA
2 stops22h 54mAir France
Deal found 8/12$900

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Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/7

8:50 pm-3:40 am

1 stop23h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 10/12

6:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$571

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/7

10:05 pm-8:45 am

1 stop27h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 9/14

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$734

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/10

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 9/17

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$734

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/14

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 10/3

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$734

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/27

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 9/29

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$734

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/27

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 10/4

10:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$753

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/26

10:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 9/17

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$754

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/26

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 9/15

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$754

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 10/15

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$754

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/20

10:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 10/20

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$754

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh (average of $923). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $689.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 23m.

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, SAUDIA, and Etihad Airways from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Riyadh from Washington, D.C.?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh. You should not have trouble finding flights to King Khaled Intl from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Riyadh airport from Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C. to Riyadh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $619 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, starting at $719 and $756 round-trip. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh consider choosing SAUDIA (64%), Delta (64%) or Kuwait Airways (64%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

    On average you can expect to pay $801 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh. The cheapest flight overall is $364 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Riyadh King Khaled Intl) is currently priced at $571.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh (average of $923). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$619Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$719Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$756Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$785Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$842Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$864Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SAUDIACheapest$925Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%

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