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Abu Dhabi.£78 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Riyadh on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £78, select.
Abu Dhabi.£78 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Riyadh on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £78, select.
Abu Dhabi.£79 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Riyadh on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £79, select.
Abu Dhabi.£83 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Riyadh on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.
Abu Dhabi.£87 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Riyadh on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £87, select.
Abu Dhabi.£94 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Riyadh on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £94, select.
Abu Dhabi.£101 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Riyadh on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Zayed International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £101, select.
Abu Dhabi.£101 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Feb, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Riyadh on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Zayed International on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £101, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from £87
Mar
from £79
Apr
from £78
May
from £78
Jun
from £94
Jul
from £110
Aug
from £135
Sep
from £121
Oct
from £155
Nov
from £136
Dec
from £151
Jan
from £151

Direct flights from Riyadh to Zayed International

Riyadh to Zayed International: Alternative routes

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

Zayed International

11 miles from central Abu Dhabi
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from £78
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

55 miles from central Abu Dhabi
from £81
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Riyadh to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£78
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 46 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week263

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Zayed International is £78. 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.
1 hour and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, Saudia and Flynas fly direct from Riyadh to Zayed International.
As of February 2026, there are 263 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zayed International is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport on Wednesday, 15 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 46 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 Zayed International 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 Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

  • Abu Dhabi is one hour ahead of Riyadh and follows the UTC+4 timezone.

  • You can choose from 56 weekly King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. The 04:15 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest flight available. Etihad Airways operates the latest service of the day at 22:45.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Getting to Abu Dhabi (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Etihad Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.

  • With a reliable 85.2% of services arriving on schedule, Saudia is the most punctual carrier for RUH to AUH flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and AUH:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Bahrain International Airport

    • King Fahd International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is £39. A round-trip fare is currently £78. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to AUH, book your trip six months before your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RUH to AUH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • 86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from RUH.

  • Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • If you're landing on a late King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near AUH:

  • Grab an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and explore Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.

Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to AUH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • You've done Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Journey around 75 miles north-east to Dubai to check off its top sights. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another side of United Arab Emirates, consider Sharjah, roughly 90 miles north-east of Abu Dhabi. Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park are key reasons to visit.

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