Cheap Flights from Istanbul (ISTA) to Riyadh (RUH)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £100. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Riyadh.£52 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £52, select.

Riyadh.£52 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £52, select.

Riyadh.£52 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £52, select.

Riyadh.£53 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £53, select.

Riyadh.£55 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £55, select.

Riyadh.£55 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departs from Istanbul on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £55, select.

Riyadh.£69 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departs from Istanbul on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £69, select.

Riyadh.£125 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departs from Istanbul on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £125, select.

Riyadh.£149 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £149, select.

Riyadh.£149 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £149, select.

Riyadh.£158 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £158, select.

Riyadh.£158 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £158, select.

Riyadh.£186 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £186, select.

Riyadh.£245 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £245, select.

Riyadh.£870 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £870, select.

Riyadh.£870 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £870, select.

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Istanbul to Riyadh: Alternative routes

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

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Istanbul to Riyadh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£52
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	4 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	169

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Riyadh is £100. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Riyadh?

4 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Riyadh.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Riyadh?

Turkish Airlines, Flynas and Saudia fly direct from Istanbul to Riyadh.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Riyadh?

As of March 2026, there are 169 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Riyadh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Riyadh is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Riyadh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Riyadh Airport on Saturday, 6 June 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Riyadh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 4 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Riyadh?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Riyadh?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul to Riyadh with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Riyadh is AJet .

Travelling from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH): What you need to know

Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Take a direct Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Riyadh (where Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located) and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is the most popular route. There are 37 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 11:30pm. Choose the first IST to RUH departure with Turkish Airlines at 12:25am if getting there sooner works for you.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to RUH, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport (IST) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) operate out of this terminal.
At IST, there's a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, including:
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from IST to RUH.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Istanbul to RUH that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between IST and RUH include:
- Cairo International Airport (CAI)
- Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
- Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kms (25 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Looking to fly out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) plane tickets are available from here.
You can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Istanbul to RUH departing from SAW. Take off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
On the SAW to RUH route, AJet is the top airline in terms of bookings.
With 67.92% of services arriving as planned, Flynas is the top on-time carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Riyadh King Khalid International Airport.
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and RUH include:
- Cairo International Airport (CAI)
- Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED)
- Trabzon Airport (TZX)
SAW is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to RUH flight:
68% of flights taking off from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.

About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

Stay minutes from the runway after your flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is one option close to RUH. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Makarem Riyadh Hotel before heading to your final destination.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.

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. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

Right now, £52 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £100. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to RUH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to RUH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

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

December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH), while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Riyadh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your Istanbul to RUH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Riyadh

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Riyadh right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Al Masmak Palace Museum, King Abdulaziz Historical Centre and The National Museum are highlights which should feature on every Riyadh itinerary.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

You've done Riyadh, now it's time to discover more of what Saudi Arabia has to offer. Around 153 kms (95 miles) southeast, Al Kharj is a must-visit city that features top attractions like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque.