On this page, you can find and buy flights from Riyadh to Buraidah. The distance between the cities is 326 km, and direct air service is maintained with a frequency of about 9 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by airline SV. Ticket prices are dynamic; therefore, we recommend using the price chart and calendar to choose the best departure time, and checking the information on how to get from the airport to your destination in advance.
The table shows direct flights Riyadh → Buraydah on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Saudi Arabian Airlines. Departures from King Khaled International Airport airports, arrivals at Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional 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 Riyadh — Buraydah by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 301 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 760 in u. 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.
Riyadh → Buraydah, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 227 | low | May | AED 255 | medium | Sep | AED 274 | high |
| Feb | AED 231 | low | Jun | AED 274 | high | Oct | AED 250 | medium |
| Mar | AED 246 | medium | Jul | AED 279 | high | Nov | AED 231 | low |
| Apr | AED 250 | medium | Aug | AED 231 | low | Dec | AED 260 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
In Buraidah, the hottest climate occurs in July, when maximum temperatures reach 43.4°C, while the coolest month is January with an average minimum of 7.9°C. Precipitation on this route is extremely rare, though a slight increase in humidity is possible in November.
The best booking conditions are recorded in October, with ticket prices starting AED 302. The most expensive period to fly is April, when minimum fares start AED 763.
November is worth considering as the optimal time for a trip, as moderate temperatures of 26.6°C coincide with affordable ticket prices starting AED 304. It is best to avoid the period from April to June due to the combination of high prices and extreme heat.
Regular air service on this route is provided by Saudi Arabian Airlines, which operates approximately 9 flights per week. The main carrier is the national operator, Saudia, offering direct flights between the cities. You can view the detailed schedule for specific dates and choose the most suitable fare in the interactive list below.
Flights Riyadh — Buraydah depart from King Khaled International Airport and arrive at Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 326 km, and a direct flight usually lasts about 50–60 minutes.
Regular flights from the capital to Buraidah are operated by Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, which significantly reduces travel time compared to ground transportation.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ); information on how to get from the airport to the city is available on our website.
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