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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi from AED 246

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — AUH
18 Jan — 25 Jan1
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 Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 19 December 2025.

Sun 21/1204:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/118:15AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12AED 492
Fri 19/1204:25RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/118:15AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12AED 503
Sun 21/1204:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/102:00AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12AED 518
Sun 21/1204:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/118:15AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12AED 525
Sun 21/1204:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 31/1202:00AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12AED 529
Sat 20/1214:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 55mflynas
Wed 7/118:15AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 00mflynas
Deal found 17/12AED 536
Fri 19/1204:25RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/118:15AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12AED 558
Sat 20/1214:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 55mflynas
Sun 4/118:15AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 00mflynas
Deal found 17/12AED 569
Fri 19/1204:25RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 31/1202:00AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12AED 591
Mon 22/1204:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/102:00AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12AED 610
Tue 23/1204:30RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/102:00AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12AED 613
Fri 19/1204:25RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/102:00AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12AED 621

Find 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 19 December 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 492

One-way from

AED 246

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 951

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,018 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 425 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/1-26/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (AED 523 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 105 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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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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 19 December 2025.
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Riyadh

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Abu Dhabi

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Departure

Return

Price

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 21/1

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 23/1

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 562

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 12/1

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 23/2

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 569

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 23/1

04:25-07:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 24/1

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 588

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 31/1

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/2

18:15-19:15

Nonstop2h 00m

AED 610

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 14/1

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 23/2

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 617

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 1/2

04:30-07:10

Nonstop1h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/2

02:00-03:05

Nonstop2h 05m

AED 646

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 30/1

04:55-15:25

1 stop9h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 7/2

16:25-22:40

1 stop7h 15m

AED 676

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 1/2

11:10-13:55

Nonstop1h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/2

16:25-02:40

1 stop11h 15m

AED 679

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 24/1

11:10-13:55

Nonstop1h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/1

16:25-07:55

1 stop16h 30m

AED 683

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 2/2

07:00-15:25

1 stop7h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/2

16:25-00:40

1 stop9h 15m

AED 683

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Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

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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 12 December 2025.

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 19 December 2025.

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.

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 19 December 2025.
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
647 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
647 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
7.4
Good
1,335 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
6.8
Okay
95 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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 163 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as AED 562, 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 466, flynas will fly you from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to flynas, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and SAUDIA - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 476 and AED 663, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi for 49% 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 235 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: flynas (91%), China Eastern (91%), ANA( 91%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 324. While the most popular route (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for AED 602 on average, our data indicates AED 1,370 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

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flynasCheapestAED 466AverageAED 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 476AverageAED 1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SAUDIACheapestAED 663AverageAED 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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