Cheap flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi from AED 239

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — AUH
25 Apr — 2 May1
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 May, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday 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 26 March 2026.

Sat 25/408:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop6h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/502:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3AED 551
Sat 18/407:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/418:45
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3AED 566
Thu 2/408:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop6h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/418:45
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3AED 588
Sat 11/408:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop6h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/418:45
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3AED 591
Tue 5/507:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/502:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3AED 595
Fri 17/402:30
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop11h 55m
SAUDIA
Sun 19/416:25
AUH
-
RUH
1 stop6h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 25/3AED 599
Sat 18/414:40
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 55m
flynas
Sun 19/418:45
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
flynas
Deal found 24/3AED 606

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 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 496

One-way from

AED 239

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,135

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,680 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 383 or less
flynas
  • flynas
  • 23/4-26/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 25m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 259 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 108 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 5/5

07:00-15:25

1 stop7h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 11/5

02:00-02:45

Nonstop1h 45m

AED 595
Fastest return journey

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 25/4

04:20-07:10

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 7/5

02:00-02:45

Nonstop1h 45m

AED 621

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 6/5

10:10-13:00

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 12/5

02:00-02:45

Nonstop1h 45m

AED 639

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 11/4

07:40-11:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 12/4

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 657

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 5/5

08:00-15:25

1 stop6h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 12/5

16:25-22:15

1 stop6h 50m

AED 668

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 25/5

11:15-14:05

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 24/7

02:00-02:45

Nonstop1h 45m

AED 690

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/4

11:10-14:00

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 11/4

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 705

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 22/4

10:10-13:00

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 29/4

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 742

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 26/4

02:30-15:25

1 stop11h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 29/4

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 797

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 4/4

11:10-14:00

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 14/4

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 801

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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 13 March 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 286). Flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 444). 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 26 March 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 71% 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 26 March 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.

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 11 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 50m 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?

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

    For as low as AED 621, Etihad Airways can have you in Abu Dhabi from Riyadh in 1h 50m. 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 441, 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 468 and AED 597, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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: Air France (89%), KLM (83%), SAUDIA( 74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 268. While the most popular route (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for AED 496 on average, our data indicates AED 1,385 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 286). Flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 444). 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 26 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 441AverageAED 1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
flynasCheapestAED 468AverageAED 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapestAED 597AverageAED 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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