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Cheapest time to fly from London to Riyadh

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of November. 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 Duration11 h and 10 mFlights between London and Riyadh take, on average, 11 h and 10 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£168Cheapest price for a flight between London and Riyadh found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsGatwick Airport, Heathrow Airport, London Stansted Airport, London Luton Airport, London City AirportFor flights from London to Riyadh

Destination airportKing Khalid International AirportFor the route from London to Riyadh

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

Airlines flying this routeVirgin Atlantic, Saudi Arabian Airlines, British AirwaysAirline(s) with flights between London to Riyadh

One-way average Price£397The average price for a flight London - Riyadh at Opodo is £397, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookDecemberAccording to real data January is the most popular time to book a flight to Riyadh when departing from London

Airlines that fly from London to Riyadh

Saudi Arabian Airlines

233£

Qatar Airways

486£

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 5.05 SAR

1 SAR = 0.2 GBP

Last checked on Sun 08/11

Distance: 3,076 mi

London airports

Gatwick Airport (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 mi

Heathrow Airport (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 mi

London Stansted Airport (STN)How far from city centre: 30 mi

London Luton Airport (LTN)How far from city centre: 28 mi

London City Airport (LCY)How far from city centre: 8 mi

Riyadh airports

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

Find cheap flights from London to Riyadh

London to Riyadh flights run direct from Heathrow, with British Airways leaving from Terminal 5 and Saudia from Terminal 4. Gatwick offers connecting options.

Cheap flights from London to Riyadh start from £168, the lowest fare found on Opodo in recent days.

Departing from London: airports and terminals

When departing from the UK, flights to Riyadh typically leave from Heathrow Airport (LHR), the main London gateway for the route, where British Airways and Saudia run the direct services. Connecting flights are also available from Gatwick Airport (LGW), which has North and South terminals linked by a free monorail shuttle.

Arriving in Riyadh: from the airport to the city

Flights from London land at King Khalid International Airport (RUH), situated 21 miles northeast of the city centre. Taxis are easily available. You can take one directly from the ranks outside the arrivals halls, reaching downtown Riyadh in about 30 minutes. Alternatively, the Riyadh Metro Line 4 connects the airport terminals directly to the urban rail network. Private hire vehicles are available at designated pick-up zones, and car hire companies operate desks at the parking entrance of each hall.

Travel documents for Saudi Arabia

Passport control is part of the journey, and the formalities are simple once you know them. Apply for the e-visa online in good time and carry it printed or on your phone. Check that your passport remains valid for six months beyond entry.

Things to do in Riyadh

The historic Masmak Fortress provides an insight into the origins of Saudi Arabia. It is a 19th-century clay and mud-brick structure. For a modern perspective, the Kingdom Centre Tower features a sky bridge with panoramic views across the Riyadh skyline. Visitors can also explore the extensive collections housed within the National Museum of Saudi Arabia.

Frequently asked questions about flights from London to Riyadh

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

When you fly from London to Riyadh the average price is £397. 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 London to Riyadh at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from London to Riyadh is 168 £. 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 London to Riyadh?

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

When is the best time to travel from London to Riyadh?

The best time of the year to go to Riyadh when flying from London 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 London in terms of searches from our customer, followed by March and July. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, April, May and February are the months with less volume of searchs for the route London - Riyadh.

How long does the flight take to go from London to Riyadh?

The total flight time between London and Riyadh is of around 11 h and 10 m on average, considering an average distance of 3,076.18 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between London and Riyadh?

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

Which are the airlines with flights from London to Riyadh?

Airlines with direct flights departing from London to Riyadh are:

Saudi Arabian Airlines.
British Airways.
Virgin Atlantic.

Pegasus Airlines

Etihad Airways
Egyptair

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