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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport from £142

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — IST
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul are usually found in October or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST). 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 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£142

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£181

Good round-trip deal

£414 or less

Good one-way deal

£59 or less
flyadeal
  • flyadeal
  • 8/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • Riyadh to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Thu 8/515:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 25mflyadeal
Mon 19/520:50IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 50mflyadeal
Deal found 10/4£142
Wed 7/501:05RUH - IST
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/520:50IST - RUH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4£164
Wed 7/501:05RUH - IST
1 stop20h 45mAzerbaijan Airlines
Mon 19/514:35IST - RUH
1 stop9h 30mAzerbaijan Airlines
Deal found 10/4£178
Fri 9/520:00RUH - IST
1 stop14h 55mSAUDIA
Sat 10/515:25IST - RUH
1 stop8h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 11/4£210
Thu 24/406:10RUH - IST
1 stop35h 15mflydubai
Tue 29/418:35IST - RUH
1 stop10h 35mflydubai
Deal found 10/4£225
Sat 30/812:30RUH - IST
1 stop13h 50mAegean Airlines
Sat 6/904:35IST - RUH
1 stop7h 00mAegean Airlines
Deal found 10/4£229
Tue 20/523:20RUH - IST
1 stop16h 00mGulf Air
Wed 4/616:10IST - RUH
1 stop18h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 11/4£232
Mon 12/506:15RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 25/501:10IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4£251
Tue 15/417:00RUH - IST
1 stop24h 10mAir Arabia
Mon 21/414:10IST - RUH
1 stop18h 10mAir Arabia
Deal found 11/4£273
Sat 12/403:55RUH - IST
1 stop14h 05mOman Air
Mon 28/419:00IST - RUH
1 stop20h 15mOman Air
Deal found 11/4£274
Sun 1/620:20RUH - IST
1 stop21h 35mEmirates
Sun 29/602:10IST - RUH
1 stop24h 15mEmirates
Deal found 12/4£335
Tue 15/404:20RUH - IST
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 16/414:10IST - RUH
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/4£361

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Istanbul 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
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Riyadh

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 8/5

15:25-19:50

Nonstop4h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 19/5

20:50-00:40

Nonstop3h 50m

£142

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/5

01:05-21:50

1 stop20h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 19/5

20:50-00:40

Nonstop3h 50m

£164

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/5

01:05-21:50

1 stop20h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 19/5

14:35-00:05

1 stop9h 30m

£178

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 9/5

20:00-10:55

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 10/5

15:25-23:50

1 stop8h 25m

£210

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 24/4

06:10-17:25

1 stop35h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 29/4

18:35-05:10

1 stop10h 35m

£225

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 30/8

12:30-02:20

1 stop13h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 6/9

04:35-11:35

1 stop7h 00m

£229

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 20/5

12:05-04:55

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 29/5

16:10-05:00

1 stop12h 50m

£232

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 12/5

06:15-10:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 25/5

01:10-05:15

Nonstop4h 05m

£251

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 17/7

03:55-18:00

1 stop14h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 25/7

19:00-20:10

1 stop25h 10m

£285

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 1/6

20:20-17:55

1 stop21h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 29/6

02:10-02:25

1 stop24h 15m

£335

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Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Riyadh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 87 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 Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 48% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

The most flights from RUH to IST are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Emirates and KLM from Riyadh to Istanbul to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
608 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Riyadh, you will be flying from King Khaled Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is located 18.7 mi from the center of Riyadh. There are 4 flights from King Khaled Intl to Istanbul per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £142. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Azerbaijan Airlines, from £178, and SAUDIA, from £210. flyadeal is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £151 on Gulf Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Oman Air from £163 and Aegean Airlines from £181 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport on time: Aeroflot (100%), SAUDIA (95%), flyadeal (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is £58. On average you can expect to pay £669. The most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £186.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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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