What is the cheapest airline that flies from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Cape Town Intl?

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Cape Town Intl

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

Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of April 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R5 185 Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Cape Town in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Riyadh and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R16 573 to R10 305. The lowest price recently found on this route was R9 747.

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10:10 - 13:00

RUH

CPT

51h 50m

2 stops

13:50 - 8:40

CPT

RUH

17h 50m

2 stops

R9 747Etihad Airways

Wed, Jun 24 - Sat, Jul 4

4:20 - 14:35

RUH

CPT

35h 15m

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13:50 - 15:15

CPT

RUH

24h 25m

2 stops

R9 796Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 6

4:20 - 13:00

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CPT

33h 40m

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15:25 - 8:40

CPT

RUH

40h 15m

2 stops

R9 829Etihad Airways

Sun, Jul 5 - Sat, Jul 18

11:15 - 13:00

RUH

CPT

50h 45m

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13:50 - 15:55

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RUH

25h 05m

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R9 911Etihad Airways

Wed, May 27 - Sat, Jun 6

11:15 - 13:00

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CPT

50h 45m

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13:50 - 15:55

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RUH

25h 05m

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R9 944Etihad Airways

Sat, May 23 - Wed, Jun 3

22:30 - 13:00

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39h 30m

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15:25 - 8:40

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RUH

40h 15m

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R9 960Etihad Airways

Mon, May 11 - Thu, May 21

11:15 - 14:35

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28h 20m

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15:25 - 15:55

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RUH

47h 30m

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R9 977Etihad Airways

Wed, May 27 - Fri, Jun 5

7:40 - 14:35

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31h 55m

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15:25 - 8:40

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RUH

40h 15m

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R10 010Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 10

16:50 - 14:35

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CPT

46h 45m

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13:50 - 15:55

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RUH

25h 05m

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R10 026Etihad Airways

Tue, Jun 16 - Mon, Jun 22

4:20 - 14:35

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CPT

35h 15m

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15:25 - 15:55

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RUH

47h 30m

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R10 141Etihad Airways

Fri, Jun 19 - Wed, Aug 26

Turkish Airlines flights from Riyadh to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 1

RUH6:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl

30h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jul 16

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

RUH0:15Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R11 076

Turkish Airlines

Jun 16

RUH6:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl

30h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jul 4

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

RUH11:15Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R11 257

Turkish Airlines

Jun 15

RUH1:45Riyadh King Khaled Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jul 5

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

35h 50m

1 stop

RUH5:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R12 094

Etihad Airways flights from Riyadh to Cape Town

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Etihad Airways

Jun 24

RUH10:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

51h 50m

2 stops

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Jul 4

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

17h 50m

2 stops

RUH8:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R9 747

Etihad Airways

Sept 3

RUH4:20Riyadh King Khaled Intl

35h 15m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Sept 6

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

24h 25m

2 stops

RUH15:15Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R9 796

Etihad Airways

Jul 5

RUH4:20Riyadh King Khaled Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Jul 18

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

40h 15m

2 stops

RUH8:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R9 829

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4:20-14:35

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Cape Town Intl

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R9 796

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Cape Town Intl

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 23/5

11:15-13:00

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Cape Town Intl

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13:50-15:55

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RUH - CPT

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 11/5

22:30-13:00

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Cape Town Intl

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15:25-8:40

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R9 960

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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11:15-14:35

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Cape Town Intl

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15:25-15:55

2 stops47h 30m

R9 977

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RUH - CPT

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 29/4

7:40-14:35

2 stops31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

15:25-8:40

2 stops40h 15m

R10 010

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RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 16/6

16:50-14:35

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

13:50-15:55

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R10 026

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 19/6

4:20-14:35

2 stops35h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

15:25-15:55

2 stops47h 30m

R10 141

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Riyadh and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Riyadh, with most prices found around R9 156. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of September, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R9 386.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Riyadh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R12 057 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Riyadh for as low as R10 010 on momondo.

How have Riyadh to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Riyadh to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Riyadh to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Riyadh to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	24h 55m
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The fastest flight from Riyadh to Cape Town takes 24h 55m

There are no direct flights from Riyadh to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Riyadh to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Riyadh to Cape Town

How far is Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Cape Town Intl is 7165,0 km. 24h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Riyadh to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Riyadh and Cape Town, the leading airline is Ethiopian Air, making up 78% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qatar Airways with 22%.

Best airlines flying from Riyadh to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 562	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 001 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 708	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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