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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh from £85

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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — RUH
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khaled Intl are usually found in October or December, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£122

One-way from

£85

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October
flyadeal
  • flyadeal
  • 20/12-22/12
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 10m total
  • Istanbul to Riyadh
flyadeal
  • flyadeal
  • 28/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Istanbul to Riyadh
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Fri 20/1221:00IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 35mflyadeal
Sun 22/1215:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 35mflyadeal
Deal found 20/11£122
Wed 4/1216:25IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 20mSAUDIA
Tue 24/1223:40RUH - IST
1 stop11h 15mSAUDIA
Deal found 19/11£150
Fri 22/1100:55IST - RUH
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/1115:25RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£193
Fri 29/1107:35IST - RUH
1 stop7h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 2/1204:30RUH - IST
1 stop8h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/11£375
Sun 8/1203:50IST - RUH
1 stop8h 10mEgyptair
Wed 18/1213:00RUH - IST
1 stop13h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 20/11£384
Fri 29/1108:15IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/1202:45RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/11£392
Tue 24/1210:35IST - RUH
1 stop10h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 13/111:55RUH - IST
1 stop6h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11£399
Sat 21/1223:55IST - RUH
1 stop11h 10mKuwait Airways
Sat 11/118:40RUH - IST
1 stop6h 00mKuwait Airways
Deal found 20/11£404
Tue 24/1206:30IST - RUH
1 stop7h 10mAegean Airlines
Thu 9/104:45RUH - IST
1 stop11h 15mAegean Airlines
Deal found 20/11£413
Tue 19/1118:35IST - RUH
1 stop20h 50mflydubai
Tue 31/1216:30RUH - IST
1 stop32h 20mflydubai
Deal found 19/11£440
Thu 5/1201:50IST - RUH
1 stop24h 35mEmirates
Wed 11/1203:55RUH - IST
1 stop14h 35mEmirates
Deal found 19/11£449
Tue 3/1200:05IST - RUH
1 stop26h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 30/1203:40RUH - IST
2 stops47h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11£887

Find flights from Istanbul to Riyadh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul 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 953,013 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Fri 20/12

21:00-01:35

Nonstop4h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 22/12

15:25-20:00

Nonstop4h 35m

£122

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Wed 1/1

16:25-20:45

Nonstop4h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 9/1

06:00-17:10

1 stop11h 10m

£142

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Mon 9/12

05:30-18:05

2 stops12h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 18/12

15:25-20:00

Nonstop4h 35m

£212

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Mon 23/12

22:00-13:40

1 stop15h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 12/1

04:45-16:00

1 stop11h 15m

£380

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sun 8/12

03:50-12:00

1 stop8h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 18/12

13:00-02:50

1 stop13h 50m

£384

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Tue 24/12

10:35-21:15

1 stop10h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 13/1

11:55-18:40

1 stop6h 45m

£399

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Sat 21/12

23:55-11:05

1 stop11h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 11/1

18:40-00:40

1 stop6h 00m

£404

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Tue 31/12

01:35-05:45

Nonstop4h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 8/1

02:15-06:50

Nonstop4h 35m

£405

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Mon 6/1

14:25-03:15

1 stop12h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 15/1

16:40-13:20

1 stop20h 40m

£418

IstanbulRiyadh

IST - RUH

ISTRUH

Istanbul

Mon 13/1

01:50-15:25

1 stop13h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 21/1

03:55-18:30

1 stop14h 35m

£429

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Riyadh

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Riyadh

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh (average of £520). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £741). 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 IST to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul 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 20 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Riyadh. 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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from IST to RUH are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 20 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul to Riyadh, such as Ethiopian Air, SAUDIA and Etihad Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

8.1
Very Good
765 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

7.4
Good
733 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

7.4
Good
1,525 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Istanbul to Riyadh, you will be flying into 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 3 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 5 airlines have flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, flyadeal (£122), SAUDIA (£142), and Aegean Airlines (£380) offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh. Users have found that flyadeal is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with flyadeal, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £85. Wizz Air flights start at £111 while deals on Aegean Airlines start at £123 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh are SAUDIA (90%), Turkish Airlines (84%) and flyadeal (52%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh is £102. On average you can expect to pay £318. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Riyadh King Khaled Intl), can usually be booked for £221.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh (average of £520). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Riyadh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £741). 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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