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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi from AED 235

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — AUH
19 Feb — 26 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 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 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 492

One-way from

AED 235

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,014

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,516 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 515 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/3-9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 45m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (AED 632 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 113 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2026.

Sun 25/104:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26/102:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/1AED 455
Sat 28/204:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 14/302:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/1AED 510
Sun 1/204:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 2/202:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/1AED 514
Wed 4/304:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/302:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/1AED 521
Thu 22/104:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/118:15
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1AED 525
Mon 19/104:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 22/107:55
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/1AED 536
Mon 2/204:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/218:15
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1AED 543
Fri 23/104:25
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26/107:55
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/1AED 547
Fri 20/214:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/202:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1AED 558
Wed 21/104:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 22/102:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/1AED 562
Mon 2/204:30
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/215:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1AED 566

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2026.
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Riyadh

Fly to

Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

Return

Price

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 2/3

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/3

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 492

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 13/2

04:25-07:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/2

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 503

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 28/2

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/3

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 510

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/3

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 514

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 1/2

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 6/2

18:15-19:15

Nonstop2h 00m

AED 543

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/2

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 6/2

18:15-19:15

Nonstop2h 00m

AED 562

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/3

14:30-17:25

Nonstop1h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 10/3

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 573

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 20/2

14:30-17:25

Nonstop1h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 23/2

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 577

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 5/2

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 7/2

15:00-16:10

Nonstop2h 10m

AED 584

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 20/2

14:30-17:25

Nonstop1h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 24/2

18:15-19:15

Nonstop2h 00m

AED 591

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 279). Flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 448). 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 AUH?

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

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 70% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 20 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, such as SAUDIA, Etihad Airways, andflynas. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
659 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,373 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
flynas
6.7
Okay
96 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    If you wish to fly to Abu Dhabi from Riyadh, then you need to book flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. There are 17 flights from King Khaled Intl (RUH) to Zayed Intl (AUH) per day to choose from. Flights to Abu Dhabi from King Khaled Intl are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 45m is how long a nonstop flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flight route?

    Flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl have been viewed 153 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    For as low as AED 492, Etihad Airways can have you in Abu Dhabi from Riyadh in 1h 40m. The distance between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi is about 805 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Currently priced at AED 476, Etihad Airways will fly you from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from flynas and SAUDIA - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 495 and AED 597, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for flynas. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 223. Users have also found prices from AED 242 and AED 385 on Etihad Airways and SAUDIA, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    Before booking your flight to Abu Dhabi from Riyadh, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ANA (88%), China Eastern (88%), flynas( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 327. While the most popular route (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for AED 573 on average, our data indicates AED 1,367 when flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 279). Flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 448). 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 3 airlines flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 476AverageAED 1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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flynasCheapestAED 495AverageAED 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapestAED 597AverageAED 852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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