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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh from AED 187

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — RUH
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Mon 4/502:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 10/504:20
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3AED 404
Wed 15/402:55
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/423:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3AED 466
Tue 12/502:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/514:40
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3AED 474
Mon 11/502:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/514:40
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3AED 477
Tue 5/515:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 55m
SAUDIA
Sun 10/511:15
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 1/4AED 521
Mon 4/502:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/502:30
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3AED 525
Tue 14/416:25
AUH
-
RUH
1 stop12h 20m
SAUDIA
Fri 17/405:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop9h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 31/3AED 529
Wed 13/502:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/504:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3AED 536

Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) 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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 404

One-way from

AED 187

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,105

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,124 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 507 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/5-10/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 45m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price (AED 1,281 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease (AED 379 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 2 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 11/5

02:00-02:45

Nonstop1h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 19/5

14:40-17:35

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 477

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 5/5

16:25-05:45

1 stop14h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 10/5

06:00-15:25

1 stop8h 25m

AED 551

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 2/5

16:25-00:45

1 stop9h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 14/5

22:00-15:25

1 stop16h 25m

AED 588

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 16/5

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 23/5

05:00-15:25

1 stop9h 25m

AED 602

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 27/4

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 4/5

23:55-15:25

1 stop14h 30m

AED 606

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 20/4

16:25-22:45

1 stop7h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 22/4

11:10-14:00

Nonstop1h 50m

AED 613

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 28/4

16:25-01:40

1 stop10h 15m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 29/4

11:10-14:00

Nonstop1h 50m

AED 639
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 11/5

02:00-02:45

Nonstop1h 45m

AED 187

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 18/4

18:45-19:30

Nonstop1h 45m

AED 305

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 15/5

16:25-22:45

1 stop7h 20m

AED 345

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh (average of AED 264). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 411). 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 AUH to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 2 April 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 65% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Abu Dhabi to Riyadh flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 2 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with SAUDIA,Etihad Airways, andflynas from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
673 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

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
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
673 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
673 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

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
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
673 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

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
flynas
6.8
Okay
96 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
673 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. 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 Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?

    Booking a flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) to Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is your only option if you wish to fly from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. On a typical day, there are 9 flights from Zayed Intl to King Khaled Intl, all of which are around 1h 45m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Zayed Intl to Riyadh.

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

    Flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl have been viewed 1,665 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Departing from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh will take you 7h 20m. The distance from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh is about 805 km.

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

    Currently priced at AED 378, SAUDIA will fly you from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh and back. In addition to SAUDIA, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and flynas - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 378 and AED 431, respectively. SAUDIA is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 167. Users have also found prices from AED 216 and AED 227 on flynas and SAUDIA, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh on time: KLM (88%), SAUDIA (75%), Asiana Airlines (70%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 1,260 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. The cheapest flight overall is AED 279 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Riyadh King Khaled Intl) is currently priced at AED 488.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh (average of AED 264). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 411). 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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Fly from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh on these airlines

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Etihad Airways flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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Top 3 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapestAED 378AverageAED 639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 378AverageAED 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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flynasCheapestAED 431AverageAED 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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