Flights from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Riyadh (RUH) take about 1h 30m (805 km). Flynas and Saudia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $79 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).
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When you land in Riyadh
The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.
Airport transfer
RUH → Riyadh, booked before you fly
A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.
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Airlines flying Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
Carriers on AUH–RUH according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.
Abu Dhabi to Riyadh fares by month
Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $79 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.
| Departing | Nonstop from | Cheaper with stops |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | $8329 Oct 2026 · Flynas | — |
| Nov 2026 | $1051 Nov 2026 · Flynas | — |
| Dec 2026 | $791 Dec 2026 · Flynas | — |
| Jan 2027 | $1055 Jan 2027 · Flynas | — |
When to go for the lowest fare
Fares were close across the months we saw: $83 for October 2026, $79 at best after that.
From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Abu Dhabi to Riyadh, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.
Best time to fly to Riyadh
Based on weather and travel conditions in Saudi Arabia
The cooler months (October–April) are best for sightseeing. Plan visits around major Islamic events (Ramadan, Hajj) as prices and crowds surge — or embrace the unique cultural experience.
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Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.
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