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Cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of December. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration2 hoursFlights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh take, on average, 2 hours minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£69Cheapest price for a flight between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportAbu Dhabi International AirportWhen flying from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

Destination airportKing Khalid International AirportFor the route from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

Airlines flying this routeEtihad Airways, FlynasAirline(s) with flights between Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

One-way average Price£188The average price for a flight Abu Dhabi - Riyadh at Opodo is £188, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookFebruaryAccording to real data June is the most popular time to book a flight to Riyadh when departing from Abu Dhabi

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Last checked on Mon 09/11

Distance: 478 mi

Abu Dhabi airports

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)How far from city centre: 1 mi

Riyadh airports

King Khalid International Airport (RUH)How far from city centre: 6 mi

Book your Abu Dhabi to Riyadh flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

The cheapest fare booked on this route in recent days was £69, although the price you're shown will vary with your travel dates and departure times.

Flying non-stop from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh takes roughly 1 h and 55 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Abu Dhabi–Riyadh route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

Departure airport: Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Arrival airport: King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

The weather in Riyadh

The best time to go may come down to the kind of weather you most enjoy. In Riyadh, temperatures average around 43ºC in the warmest months and roughly 8ºC in the coldest. Bear this in mind when deciding what to pack and planning time outdoors.

Highs: up to 44ºC
Lows: down to 7ºC
Hottest month: July
Coldest month: January
Driest month: June
Wettest month: April

Tips for cheaper flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh:

Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Riyadh. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?

When you fly from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh the average price is £188. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh is 69 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?

The most popular months to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh are June, September and November, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?

The best time of the year to go to Riyadh when flying from Abu Dhabi depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, December is the top 1º month to fly to Riyadh from Abu Dhabi in terms of searches from our customer, followed by November and February. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, August and April are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Abu Dhabi - Riyadh.

How long does the flight take to go from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?

The total flight time between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh is of around 2 hours on average, considering an average distance of 477.67 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Riyadh compared to Abu Dhabi?

While in Abu Dhabi temperatures can reach an average of 34º ºC in summer, Riyadh can experience temperatures up to 35º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 15º ºC in Riyadh, compared to the 19º ºC average in Abu Dhabi.

Which airports have flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh?

The main airport route flying between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh is: Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to King Khalid International Airport(RUH). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh are:

Saudi Arabian Airlines.
Etihad Airways.
Flynas.

Qatar Airways

Saudi Arabian Airlines
Saudi Arabian Airlines

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