Which airlines fly to Riyadh?

Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Riyadh from South Africa are Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates. There may also be other airline options depending on where in South Africa you’re flying from.

Emirates Flights to Riyadh

Emirates operates around 50 flights into Riyadh in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Dubai Intl, with the best return Emirates deal found being R15 499 (Cape Town Intl to Riyadh). Users have rated Emirates 8,1/10 in over 3 398 reviews on momondo.

Etihad Airways Flights to Riyadh

R7 715 is the best return Etihad Airways deal to Riyadh found on momondo in the last few days. The deal departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Etihad Airways has 28 flights to Riyadh most weeks, with prices varying by availability. 1 284 momondo users have reviewed Etihad Airways, scoring the airline a 7,4/10 on average.

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17:15-0:45

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

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Cape Town Intl

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17:15-12:25

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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R15 029

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

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Cape Town Intl

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17:15-5:50

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

17:15-0:50

1 stop30h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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2:20-14:35

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R15 219

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Cape Town Intl

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15:25-2:10

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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CPT - RUH

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Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

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CPT - RUH

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Cape Town Intl

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6:00-4:50

2 stops21h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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Riyadh flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly to Riyadh from South Africa is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 397, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Riyadh, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R8 744.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Riyadh?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Riyadh from South Africa is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as R10 939. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Riyadh is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R15 297.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Riyadh?

Flying to Riyadh from South Africa in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R11 367 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Riyadh, so prices are often more expensive at around R16 855 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Riyadh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Riyadh from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Riyadh for around R10 386 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Riyadh from South Africa for as low as R8 415 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO RIYADH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	March	20% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riyadh costs on average just R8 397 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO RIYADH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	25% more expensive	It costs about R13 072 for flights to Riyadh from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO RIYADH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	321% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Riyadh from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

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Summary info about Riyadh flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R6 701
Best Round-Trip Price	R14 163
Fastest flight time	10h 35m
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The best one-way flight price to Riyadh from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 701 (Cape Town Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Riyadh from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R14 163 (Cape Town Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl).

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The fastest flight to Riyadh from South Africa takes 10h 35m (Cape Town Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Riyadh, with a 5% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Riyadh

How far in advance should I book a flight to Riyadh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Riyadh from South Africa when booking 71 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Riyadh for around R10 386 when searching 71 days out.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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