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$342+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Riyadh (RUH)

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WAS — RUH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh King Khaled Intl are usually found in March or October, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$526
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$342
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$886

Good round-trip deal

$676 or less

Good one-way deal

$535 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. 2% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip 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 September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/78:50 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop23h 50mRoyal Jordanian
Tue 10/216:10 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 35mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 9/14$526
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/78:50 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop14h 35mRoyal Jordanian
Sat 10/187:25 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop29h 20mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 9/16$535
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 9/308:50 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop14h 35mRoyal Jordanian
Sun 10/196:10 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 35mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 9/14$609
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Thu 10/910:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/194:20 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/14$747
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/2210:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop27h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/64:45 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop30h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/15$750
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/221:30 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop32h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/291:25 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$755
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2210:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/2810:35 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop24h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/14$768
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Mon 12/11:30 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop20h 40mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/261:25 pmRUH - IAD
1 stop37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$774
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Wed 10/151:30 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop27h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/211:50 amRUH - IAD
1 stop16h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$783
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Wed 10/110:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/174:20 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/14$785
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/2910:05 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/134:20 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/15$787
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 pmIAD - RUH
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/145:50 amRUH - IAD
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$788

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Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

10:05 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 10/15

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$793

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

10:05 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 10/14

10:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$793

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/28

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 10/20

10:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$802

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

1:30 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 12/25

2:15 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$806

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/2

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 10/19

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$810

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

10:05 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 10/15

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$810

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/2

10:05 pm-8:45 am

1 stop27h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 10/20

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$810

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

10:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 10/20

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$810

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/1

5:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 10/7

11:20 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$846

Washington, D.C.Riyadh

IAD - RUH

IADRUH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/26

7:50 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 12/13

11:55 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$846

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh, you should look to book at least 19 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 Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh (average of $914). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,307). 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 September 16, 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 24% 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 53% 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 September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SAUDIA, Etihad Airways, and Air France 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.

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

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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 8 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.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh will take you 20h 40m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Riyadh is about 6732 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Royal Jordanian. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $526 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, starting at $619 and $713 round-trip. Users have found that Royal Jordanian is 54% 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 (60%), Delta (60%) or Kuwait Airways (60%) 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 $1,180 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh. The cheapest flight overall is $497 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Riyadh King Khaled Intl) is currently priced at $526.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh (average of $914). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,307). 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 8 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Riyadh

Discover the top 8 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal JordanianCheapest$526Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$619Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$713Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$756Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$785Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SAUDIACheapest$806Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$842Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$864Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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