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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh from AED 342

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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — RUH
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
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 7 July 2026.

Fri 21/815:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 55m
SAUDIA
Sat 22/811:15
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/7AED 606
Sun 30/815:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 55m
SAUDIA
Thu 3/911:15
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 6/7AED 610
Mon 26/1015:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 10m
SAUDIA
Sun 1/1108:00
RUH
-
AUH
1 stop6h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 3/7AED 613
Wed 19/815:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 55m
SAUDIA
Wed 26/811:15
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 6/7AED 624
Thu 6/815:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop1h 55m
SAUDIA
Thu 13/811:15
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 2/7AED 639
Tue 27/1016:25
AUH
-
RUH
1 stop10h 15m
SAUDIA
Sat 31/1011:10
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 45m
SAUDIA
Deal found 3/7AED 643
Mon 28/1215:00
AUH
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 10m
SAUDIA
Fri 1/111:10
RUH
-
AUH
Nonstop1h 45m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/7AED 683

Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

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Round-trip from

AED 606

One-way from

AED 342

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,267

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,292 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 703 or less
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 21/8-22/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
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SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 19/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 55m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price (AED 1,244 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 166 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 7 July 2026.
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 28/12

15:00-16:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 1/1

22:00-15:25

1 stop16h 25m

AED 613
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 30/8

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 3/9

11:15-14:05

Nonstop1h 50m

AED 621

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 16/8

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 23/8

11:15-14:05

Nonstop1h 50m

AED 742
Cheapest one-way

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/9

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 411

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 24/9

15:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

AED 411

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 19/8

05:45-16:50

1 stop12h 05m

AED 488

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 17/8

05:45-10:05

1 stop5h 20m

AED 488

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 30/8

05:45-14:00

1 stop9h 15m

AED 503

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/11

16:25-22:40

1 stop7h 15m

AED 510

Abu DhabiRiyadh

AUH - RUH

AUHRUH

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 29/8

05:45-13:30

1 stop8h 45m

AED 613

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh (average of AED 588). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,340). 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 7 July 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 50% 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 4 July 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Abu Dhabi to Riyadh flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 7 July 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
7.3
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

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
7.3
Good
689 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

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
1,476 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

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
6.9
Okay
101 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

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 19 flights from Zayed Intl to King Khaled Intl, all of which are around 1h 55m 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 1,954 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 2h 10m. The distance from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh is about 805 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at AED 381, Etihad Airways will fly you from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh 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 397 and AED 438, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 55% 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 173. Users have also found prices from AED 221 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: TAP Portugal (63%), ANA (56%), Air France (56%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 2,349 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. The cheapest flight overall is AED 445 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Riyadh King Khaled Intl) is currently priced at AED 606.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh (average of AED 588). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,340). 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

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 7 July 2026.
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 7 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 381AverageAED 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SAUDIACheapestAED 397AverageAED 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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flynasCheapestAED 438AverageAED 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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