Cheap Flights from Beijing (BJSA) to Riyadh (RUH)

Compare Beijing to Riyadh flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Riyadh

Book the best Riyadh fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Beijing to Riyadh Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £292. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Beijing to Riyadh

Beijing to Riyadh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing to Riyadh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riyadh.

Beijing to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£269
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Riyadh is £269. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Riyadh.
Air China, China Eastern and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Beijing to Riyadh.
As of March 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from Beijing to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Riyadh is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Riyadh Airport on Friday, 8 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riyadh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH): What you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the two main airports in Beijing.

  • Around 10 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.

  • Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is five hours behind Beijing.

  • The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH). There are 4 direct services each week. Air China operates a 3pm departure between PEK and RUH.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to RUH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Book your direct flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport with Air China. This top carrier offers services from PEK.

  • The most frequently booked airline between PEK and RUH is Air China.

  • With 68.42% of services arriving as planned, Air China is the top on-time carrier on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to RUH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

    • Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • 81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of PEK.

  • PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • You can book a direct Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) plane ticket out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). See if flying from PKX works better for your plans.

  • Saudia has direct flights from Beijing to RUH out of PKX. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.

  • On the PKX to RUH route, Saudia is the airline most travellers rely on.

  • Looking for a carrier with a track record of punctuality? Your best bet is Saudia. 94.12% of its flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Riyadh King Khalid International Airport land on schedule.

  • Split up your flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Beijing Daxing International Airport and RUH are:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • PKX is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Beijing. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Beijing Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to RUH flight:

  • Most flights that depart Beijing Daxing International Airport reach their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 87%.

About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

  • Arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport? Grab your bags and head directly to the comfort of a hotel near RUH. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel will have you turning out the lights sooner.

  • Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

  • Central Riyadh is around 32 kms (20 miles) from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is £150. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £269. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Beijing to RUH. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Beijing to RUH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Save on your flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Riyadh. January is when most people book flights from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • When booking your Beijing to RUH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC.

More about Riyadh

  • Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Riyadh:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Al Masmak Palace Museum, King Abdulaziz Historical Centre and The National Museum are must-visits when exploring Riyadh.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

  • Saudi Arabia is home to loads of other interesting cities just waiting to be explored, such as Al Kharj. About 153 kms (95 miles) southeast of Riyadh, check out popular sights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque while you're here.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.