Cheap flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh

Flight deals from Riyadh to Edinburgh

Below you can see the best deals on flights Riyadh — Edinburgh for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

Top 10 cheap flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh

About the Riyadh — Edinburgh flight

Looking for cheap flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh? There are no direct flights on this route, but you can compare convenient connections and fares from different airlines, then book your Riyadh — Edinburgh ticket online.

There are no direct flights — tickets are sold with a connection (usually via Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Stansted Airport), the whole trip with a connection takes about 20 h 10 min, flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Easy jet, AJet, the distance between the cities is around 5,298 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Edinburgh travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Edinburgh weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

NoDirect flights

5,298 kmDistance

9 h 55 minTravel time

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from Riyadh to Edinburgh by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in February (around $431) and priciest in August (about $699) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$442	low	May	$512	medium	Sep	$559	medium
Feb	$431	low	Jun	$582	high	Oct	$524	medium
Mar	$489	medium	Jul	$675	high	Nov	$454	low
Apr	$477	medium	Aug	$699	high	Dec	$640	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Edinburgh: it is warmest in July (up to 18 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 6 °C). The driest month is January.

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How to get the best deal on a Riyadh — Edinburgh ticket

Book ahead: fares for Riyadh — Edinburgh are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
There are no direct flights — travellers usually connect via Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Stansted Airport. Compare different connections: a layover adds time but lowers the price.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Flights on the Riyadh — Edinburgh route are operated by 4 airlines; Turkish Airlines runs the most flights. There are no direct flights — compare carriers and convenient connections below.

Turkish AirlinesTK
WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
- RUH → IST → EDI (with stopover)
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Pegasus AirlinesPC
WebsiteFleet: 11031.9M pax/year
- RUH → SAW → STN → EDI (with stopover)
- RUH → SAW → EDI (with stopover)
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Easy jetU2
WebsiteFleet: 33682.8M pax/year
- RUH → SAW → STN → EDI (with stopover)
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AJetVF
WebsiteFleet: 8520M pax/year
- RUH → SAW → EDI (with stopover)
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Cities and airports on the Riyadh — Edinburgh route

Flights Riyadh — Edinburgh depart from King Khaled International Airport and arrive at Edinburgh Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Riyadh

RUH

Saudi Arabia

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Saudi Arabia

Arrival

Edinburgh

EDI

United Kingdom

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United Kingdom

Departure airports

King Khaled International AirportRUH
About the airport

Arrival airports

Edinburgh AirportEDI
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Riyadh — Edinburgh flight

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

There are no direct flights, so travel time depends on the connection in Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Stansted Airport. Based on search data, the whole trip takes about 20 h 10 min including the layover.

How far is it from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

The distance from Riyadh to Edinburgh is about 5,298 km.

Are there direct flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

There are no nonstop flights on this route — tickets are only available with a connection (usually via Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Stansted Airport).

Which airlines fly from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

Airlines operating Riyadh — Edinburgh include Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Easy jet, AJet. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Riyadh — Edinburgh flights use?

Flights from Riyadh depart from King Khaled International Airport, and arrive at Edinburgh Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

The price of a Riyadh — Edinburgh ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Riyadh — Edinburgh?

Flights Riyadh — Edinburgh are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh?

To catch a low fare Riyadh — Edinburgh, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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