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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi from AED 206

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 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — AUH
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday 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 8 July 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 566

One-way from

AED 206

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 1,080

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,866 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 442 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/7-24/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 45m total
  • Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 80 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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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 8 July 2025.

Sun 20/704:20RUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 45mEtihad Airways
Thu 24/714:15AUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/7AED 566
Thu 14/808:40RUH - AUH
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/808:05AUH - RUH
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7AED 595
Thu 10/714:35RUH - AUH
Nonstop2h 00mflynas
Sun 13/718:45AUH - RUH
Nonstop1h 45mflynas
Deal found 7/7AED 602
Tue 9/901:00RUH - AUH
1 stop13h 25mSAUDIA
Wed 17/914:30AUH - RUH
Nonstop1h 55mSAUDIA
Deal found 7/7AED 694

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Fly from

Riyadh

Fly to

Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

Return

Price

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 20/7

04:20-07:05

Nonstop1h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 24/7

14:15-15:15

Nonstop2h 00m

AED 566

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 14/8

08:40-16:45

1 stop7h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 17/8

08:05-09:00

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 595

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 9/9

01:00-15:25

1 stop13h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 17/9

14:30-15:25

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 694

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 24/7

14:35-17:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 30/7

17:35-23:35

1 stop7h 00m

AED 768

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 17/7

04:20-07:05

Nonstop1h 45m

AED 206

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 14/7

04:55-11:40

1 stop5h 45m

AED 371

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 21/8

08:40-16:45

1 stop7h 05m

AED 415

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 23/10

02:30-15:25

1 stop11h 55m

AED 474

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 21/7

18:00-23:15

1 stop4h 15m

AED 610

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 23/10

01:25-23:45

2 stops21h 20m

AED 1,458

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 6/7

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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 27 June 2025.

Booking 51 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 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 8 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 77% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Explore weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. 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 8 July 2025.

The most flights from RUH to AUH are scheduled on a Tuesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 8 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, such as SAUDIA, Etihad Airways, andGulf Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

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

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

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

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

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

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

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

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

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

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

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 12 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 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 30m 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?

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

    Currently priced at AED 566, 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 SAUDIA and flynas - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 694 and AED 768, 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 206. Users have also found prices from AED 415 and AED 474 on flynas 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 (88%), SAUDIA (86%), Asiana Airlines( 86%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 227. While the most popular route (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for AED 375 on average our data indicates AED 3,054 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 2 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 8 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapestAED 675AverageAED 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 953AverageAED 1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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