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Flights from Riyadh to London

Nonstop flights from Riyadh (RUH) to London (LHR) take about 6h 41m (4,940 km). Riyadh Air, Saudia and British Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $301 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in London

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — arriving in London

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Riyadh to London

Carriers on RUH–LHR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Riyadh Airnonstop fare seen✈ Saudianonstop fare seen✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Riyadh to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $463 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $189. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$98828 Oct 2026 · Riyadh Air	$293 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$6397 Nov 2026 · Saudia	$189 · 1 stop7 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$62411 Dec 2026 · Saudia	$190 · 1 stop11 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$46331 Jan 2027 · British Airways	$190 · 1 stop31 Jan 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $189 for November 2026, $190 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Riyadh to London, 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 London

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UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Riyadh to London flights

How long is the flight from Riyadh to London?

A nonstop flight from Riyadh (RUH) to London (LHR) takes about 6h 41m, covering 4,940 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Riyadh from London by air?

The great-circle distance between King Khalid International Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 4,940 km (3,070 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Riyadh to London?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the RUH–LHR route include Riyadh Air, Saudia and British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Riyadh to London cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on RUH–LHR was $301 USD with Riyadh Air (nonstop), departing 13 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to London?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $189 one-way, against $293 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Riyadh to London?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $225 with one stop against $301 nonstop, a saving of $76. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Saudi Arabia to UK?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit London?

UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 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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