On this page, you can book flight tickets for the Abu Dhabi — Riyadh route. The distance between the cities is 781 km, and the flight frequency reaches approximately 32 flights per week.
Flights are operated by Etihad Airways, Flynas, and Saudi Arabian Airlines. Ticket prices change regularly, so we recommend using the price dynamics chart and calendar to choose the best offer. You can also check in advance how to get to Abu Dhabi airport and how to get from Riyadh airport to the city.
The table shows direct flights Abu Dhabi → Riyadh on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by Etihad, Saudi Arabian Airlines and Flynas. Departures from Abu Dhabi International Airport airports, arrivals at King Khaled International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Abu Dhabi — Riyadh by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 332 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 505 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Abu Dhabi → Riyadh, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 473 | medium | May | AED 493 | medium | Sep | AED 488 | medium |
| Feb | AED 433 | low | Jun | AED 564 | high | Oct | AED 423 | low |
| Mar | AED 453 | medium | Jul | AED 589 | high | Nov | AED 443 | low |
| Apr | AED 468 | medium | Aug | AED 569 | high | Dec | AED 599 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Riyadh is characterized by extremely hot summers, with temperatures reaching 43.1°C in July. The most comfortable weather conditions are seen in January, with a daytime high of around 20.5°C and a minimal chance of precipitation.
From a budget perspective, the most cost-effective month to fly is September, with tickets starting AED 332. Based on the current schedule, prices peak in June, starting AED 439.
The optimal time for a trip is considered to be October or November. During these months, the heat subsides to moderate levels, and flight costs remain affordable—starting AED 378 in October.
Regular flight connections between the cities are provided by three main airlines: Etihad Airways, Flynas, and Saudi Arabian Airlines. Most flights on this route are direct, which significantly reduces travel time. A detailed schedule, flight frequencies by day of the week, and carrier specifics are provided in the list below.
Flights Abu Dhabi — Riyadh depart from Abu Dhabi International Airport and arrive at King Khaled International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time for a direct flight is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 781 km.
Flights are operated by Etihad Airways and Saudi Arabian Airlines, as well as the low-cost carrier Flynas.
Yes, there are about 32 direct flights per week on this route, providing a steady daily connection.
All flights from Abu Dhabi arrive at King Khalid International Airport (RUH), located in Riyadh.
Ticket prices change constantly based on demand. We recommend checking the current minimums in the low-price calendar and monitoring the price dynamics chart on this page.
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