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$424+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — WAS
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Fri 6/19
Fri 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 20, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/810:55 am
RUH
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IAD
1 stop26h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Thu 8/69:05 am
IAD
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RUH
1 stop17h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 5/17$706
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/171:45 am
RUH
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IAD
1 stop19h 45m
ITA Airways
Tue 8/184:30 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop21h 55m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/17$717
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/171:45 am
RUH
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IAD
1 stop19h 45m
ITA Airways
Mon 8/104:30 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop21h 55m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/18$718
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Wed 7/87:25 pm
RUH
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IAD
1 stop18h 10m
Royal Jordanian
Sun 8/99:05 am
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop17h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 5/17$726
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/81:45 am
RUH
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IAD
1 stop19h 45m
ITA Airways
Thu 8/64:30 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop21h 55m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/17$735
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/161:45 am
RUH
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IAD
1 stop19h 45m
ITA Airways
Sun 7/264:30 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop21h 55m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/19$736
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/151:45 am
RUH
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IAD
1 stop19h 45m
ITA Airways
Sun 8/94:30 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop21h 55m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/18$737
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/84:50 pm
RUH
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IAD
1 stop23h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/143:10 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/19$745
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Fri 6/1210:10 am
RUH
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IAD
1 stop30h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/33:10 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/20$758
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/134:50 pm
RUH
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IAD
1 stop23h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/33:10 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/15$764
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:30 pm
RUH
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IAD
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/303:10 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/19$771
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:30 pm
RUH
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IAD
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/283:10 pm
IAD
-
RUH
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/16$772

Find flight deals from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 May 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$706
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$424
(Super.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,053

Good round-trip deal

$1,259 or less

Good one-way deal

$970 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Riyadh King Khaled Intl-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($283 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. 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 May 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - IAD

RUHIAD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 7/16

1:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/26

4:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$736

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - IAD

RUHIAD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/22

11:55 pm-12:41 am

3 stops31h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/10

11:10 am-10:50 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$1,019

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - DCA

RUHDCA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 7/19

8:45 am-2:27 pm

2 stops36h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/10

7:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$1,021

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - DCA

RUHDCA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 7/19

8:45 am-2:27 pm

2 stops36h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/11

7:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$1,021

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - IAD

RUHIAD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/11

8:45 am-9:21 am

2 stops31h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/14

7:14 pm-6:35 am

2 stops28h 21m

$1,022

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - DCA

RUHDCA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 6/28

2:00 am-4:34 pm

2 stops21h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/6

7:59 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops19h 51m

$1,028

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - DCA

RUHDCA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 9/14

11:55 pm-4:29 pm

3 stops23h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/28

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$1,029

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - DCA

RUHDCA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 6/29

11:55 pm-4:34 pm

3 stops23h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/6

7:59 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops19h 51m

$1,029

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - IAD

RUHIAD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 6/29

11:55 pm-6:32 pm

3 stops25h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/6

5:29 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$1,029

RiyadhWashington, D.C.

RUH - IAD

RUHIAD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 7/6

11:55 pm-5:51 pm

3 stops24h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/4

5:42 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 08m

$1,029

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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 Washington, D.C. in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Riyadh-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Riyadh-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Riyadh with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. (average of $564). Flying from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,758). 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 RUH to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 20, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

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

How often are flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Riyadh and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 74 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Riyadh to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Riyadh to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, SAUDIA have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 10 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated May 20, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with SAUDIA and Etihad Airways from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
688 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
688 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
688 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,437 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
688 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.?

    For a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from King Khaled Intl. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is just 18.7 mi from the center of the city. King Khaled Intl is the only Riyadh airport and it handles 1 outbound flight to Washington, D.C. per day. 6 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Riyadh King Khaled Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Departing from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. will take you 18h 15m. There are 6732 mi between Riyadh and Washington, D.C.. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $668. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $671 and $703, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    $404 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on ITA Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $413 and $432, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Riyadh to Washington, D.C..

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

    Consider SAUDIA (73%), Kuwait Airways (73%) or Delta (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Riyadh to Washington, D.C..

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,125 for a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $675 while the most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $745.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. (average of $564). Flying from Riyadh to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,758). 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 6 airlines flying from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Washington, D.C.. 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 May 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$668Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$671Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$703Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$708Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$769Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$885Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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