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Cheap flights to Riyadh

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Dec 23 — Dec 301
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Flights to Riyadh in 2024

Find the latest flights to Riyadh in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 941
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in December 2024

Travel insights for flights to Riyadh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Riyadh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 78 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Riyadh should consider flying on Friday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Riyadh?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Riyadh are Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Egyptair.

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 - 30.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 30.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Riyadh when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 36.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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

    Travellers will need to book flights to King Khaled Intl (RUH) if they wish to fly to Riyadh. The Riyadh airport is 30,1 km from the city centre.

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

    Yes, flights with stopovers 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, Ethiopian Air 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 R1 094, while return flights cost around R1 798.

  • How much is a return flight to Riyadh?

    A return flight to Riyadh will typically cost around R100, however they can be found for as little as R100.

  • Does Riyadh King Khaled Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Riyadh King Khaled Intl can take advantage of the car hire 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 km away from Riyadh King Khaled Intl).

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