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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Riyadh from R7 326

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — RUH
Dec 23 — Dec 301
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R12 114

One-way from

R7 326

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 613
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/1-27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Riyadh
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Riyadh
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Best flights from Cape Town to Riyadh
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Riyadh that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Tue 21/113:50CPT - RUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/13:40RUH - CPT
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R12 114
Tue 21/117:15CPT - RUH
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 28/16:45RUH - CPT
1 stop30h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/12R13 033
Tue 21/18:30CPT - RUH
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/15:00RUH - CPT
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R14 113
Tue 28/112:35CPT - RUH
1 stop13h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 30/14:50RUH - CPT
1 stop13h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/12R16 435
Tue 28/123:00CPT - RUH
2 stops25h 40mKenya Airways
Thu 30/12:30RUH - CPT
2 stops35h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/12R16 867

Find flights from Cape Town to Riyadh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

13:50-2:10

1 stop11h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 27/1

3:40-14:30

1 stop11h 50m

R12 114

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

17:15-0:45

1 stop30h 30m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 28/1

6:45-12:00

1 stop30h 15m

R13 033

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

8:30-19:35

1 stop34h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 28/1

5:00-6:10

2 stops26h 10m

R14 113

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

12:35-3:20

1 stop13h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 30/1

4:50-17:25

1 stop13h 35m

R16 435

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

23:00-1:40

2 stops25h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 30/1

2:30-12:55

2 stops35h 25m

R16 867

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/2

14:35-2:10

1 stop10h 35m

R7 326

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/2

5:45-3:15

2 stops20h 30m

R7 488

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 17/12

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Riyadh

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Riyadh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town 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 18 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Riyadh flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 inches 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).

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 18 December 2024.
7,5
Good
3 798 reviews

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

7,5
Good
3 798 reviews
7,5
Good
3 798 reviews

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

7,3
Good
3 907 reviews
7,5
Good
3 798 reviews

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

7,3
Good
781 reviews
7,5
Good
3 798 reviews

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

6,8
Okay
279 reviews
7,5
Good
3 798 reviews

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Riyadh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Riyadh round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Riyadh, with prices starting at R12 114. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R13 033 and R16 435, respectively. Ethiopian Air is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Riyadh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Riyadh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Riyadh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 996AverageR15 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 041AverageR14 143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 711AverageR18 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 054AverageR17 580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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