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Flights to Saudi Arabia in 2026
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Cheapest flights to Saudi Arabia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Saudi Arabia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 3 October 2026.
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Best flights to Saudi Arabia
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Saudi Arabia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Direct flights to Saudi Arabia
Explore direct flight options to Saudi Arabia based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights to Saudi Arabia
Discover last-minute flight deals to Saudi Arabia. Data last updated 3 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights to Saudi Arabia
Search for one-way flight options to Saudi Arabia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Find flights to Saudi Arabia
Browse one-way and return flights deals to Saudi Arabia on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 3 October 2026
Find the latest flights to Saudi Arabia in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on 3 October 2026.
Locate flights to Saudi Arabia that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on 3 October 2026.
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DubaiRiyadh
DXB Dubai Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
DXBRUH
Dubai Intl
Sun 18/10
22:05-23:00
Nonstop1h 55m
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 294
DubaiMedina
DXB Dubai Intl - MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
DXBMED
Dubai Intl
Sun 18/10
12:50-18:50
1 stop7h 00m
Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 367
DubaiJeddah
DXB Dubai Intl - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
DXBJED
Dubai Intl
Sun 11/10
17:45-23:55
1 stop7h 10m
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 400
DubaiRiyadh
DXB Dubai Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
DXBRUH
Dubai Intl
Wed 27/1
19:25-20:30
Nonstop2h 05m
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Thu 18/2
05:00-13:00
1 stop7h 00m
AED 687
DubaiRiyadh
DXB Dubai Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
DXBRUH
Dubai Intl
Sun 24/1
20:30-21:35
Nonstop2h 05m
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Tue 23/2
02:30-09:45
1 stop6h 15m
AED 687
DubaiRiyadh
DXB Dubai Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
DXBRUH
Dubai Intl
Sat 27/3
17:30-00:40
1 stop8h 10m
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Sun 4/4
11:00-19:30
1 stop7h 30m
AED 701
DubaiDammam
DXB Dubai Intl - DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
DXBDMM
Dubai Intl
Tue 17/11
12:00-12:35
Nonstop1h 35m
Dammam King Fahad Intl
Tue 24/11
19:00-01:10
1 stop5h 10m
AED 705
DubaiJeddah
DXB Dubai Intl - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
DXBJED
Dubai Intl
Wed 14/10
17:35-19:40
Nonstop3h 05m
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
Wed 21/10
09:10-16:10
1 stop6h 00m
AED 709
DubaiJeddah
DXB Dubai Intl - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
DXBJED
Dubai Intl
Wed 14/10
21:00-02:30
1 stop6h 30m
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
Fri 16/10
12:35-18:55
1 stop5h 20m
AED 724
DubaiRiyadh
DXB Dubai Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
DXBRUH
Dubai Intl
Thu 14/1
14:15-15:20
Nonstop2h 05m
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Mon 18/1
14:00-21:30
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AED 727
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How long is the flight to Saudi Arabia?
On average, a flight from Dubai to Saudi Arabia takes 2 hours 33 minutes. Flights to Saudi Arabia from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.
Weekly flight availability to Saudi Arabia
The most flights from Dubai to Saudi Arabia are scheduled on a Friday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia?
The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Saudi Arabia are flynas, SAUDIA and flydubai.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia?
The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Saudi Arabia are Air Arabia, flydubai and Etihad Airways.
Rainfall in Saudi Arabia by month
Plan your trip to Saudi Arabia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Saudi Arabia ranges from 0.0 - 20.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Saudi Arabia when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.
Temperature in Saudi Arabia by month
Plan your trip to Saudi Arabia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Saudi Arabia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 32.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 C).
When is the best time to book a flight to Saudi Arabia?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Saudi Arabia, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Saudi Arabia?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Saudi Arabia. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2025.
Users looking for the lowest fares to Saudi Arabia should consider flying on Saturday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
What are the most popular places to fly to in Saudi Arabia?
Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Saudi Arabia in the last few years. This data was updated on 3 October 2026.
The most popular places in Saudi Arabia to fly to are Jeddah, Riyadh, Medina, Dammam and Taif.
Reviews of airlines servicing Saudi Arabia
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saudi Arabia. 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 Saudi Arabia. Reviews last updated 3 October 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Saudi Arabia, such as Emirates,SAUDIA, andflynas. 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.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
FAQs about flying to Saudi Arabia
Can I find cheaper flights to Saudi Arabia if I am willing to have stopovers?
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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Saudi Arabia?
Dammam King Fahad Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Saudi Arabia. One-way flights to Dammam King Fahad Intl typically cost AED 60, while return flights cost around AED 138.
Are there hotels close to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl?
Yes. Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Crom Airport Hotel is the closest property to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (0.0 km away from Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl).
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