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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.
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 360 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 421 in ,. 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 434 | medium | May | AED 453 | medium | Sep | AED 448 | medium |
| Feb | AED 397 | low | Jun | AED 517 | high | Oct | AED 388 | low |
| Mar | AED 416 | medium | Jul | AED 540 | high | Nov | AED 406 | low |
| Apr | AED 430 | medium | Aug | AED 522 | high | Dec | AED 550 | 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 305. Based on the current schedule, prices peak in June, starting AED 403.
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 347 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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