On this page, you can book flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. The distance between the cities is 781 km, and there are approximately 26 flights per week on this route. Before your flight, we recommend checking how to get to the airport in the capital of Saudi Arabia.
Flights are operated by Etihad Airways, flynas, and Saudia. To find the best price, use the low-fare calendar, and upon arrival, check the options for how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Riyadh → Abu Dhabi 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 King Khaled International Airport airports, arrivals at Abu Dhabi 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 Riyadh — Abu Dhabi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 344 in u, and the most expensive are around AED 445 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.
Riyadh → Abu Dhabi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 981 | high | May | AED 780 | low | Sep | AED 830 | medium |
| Feb | AED 906 | medium | Jun | AED 730 | low | Oct | AED 881 | medium |
| Mar | AED 956 | high | Jul | AED 730 | low | Nov | AED 981 | high |
| Apr | AED 855 | medium | Aug | AED 755 | low | Dec | AED 1,032 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate at your destination is characterized by hot summers and comfortable winters. The hottest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with an average maximum temperature of 40.2°C, while the coolest is January, when temperatures can drop to 16.5°C.
Flight costs vary significantly depending on the season. The most affordable month to book is November, with prices starting AED 348, while the price peak occurs in June with offers AED 445.
The optimal time for a trip is between November and March, when the weather is pleasant and ticket prices remain stable. During the summer months, it is worth considering the extreme heat, despite the availability of budget fares.
Three airlines operate on the route from Riyadh: Etihad Airways, flynas, and Saudia. The majority of the traffic consists of direct scheduled flights that operate daily. Detailed weekly schedules and terms of carriage are available in the airline sections below.
Flights Riyadh — Abu Dhabi depart from King Khaled International Airport and arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes an average of 1 hour 15 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 781 km.
Regular flights are operated by the national carriers Etihad Airways and Saudia, as well as the budget airline flynas.
Yes, there is a regular direct air connection between the cities, with approximately 26 non-stop flights per week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand; you can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
All flights from Riyadh arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
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