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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh to Cardiff? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cardiff.£371 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with AJet and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £371, select.
Fri, 12 SepRUH - CWL with AJet
1 stop
Sun, 14 SepCWL - RUH with Ryanair
1 stop
from £371
Cardiff.£376 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Thu, 31 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £376, select.
Thu, 24 JulRUH - CWL with Pegasus Airlines
1 stop
Thu, 31 JulCWL - RUH with Ryanair
1 stop
from £376
Cardiff.£417 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Wed, 23 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cardiff on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.
Mon, 23 JunRUH - CWL with Etihad Airways
1 stop
Wed, 23 JulCWL - RUH with Vueling Airlines
1 stop
from £417
Cardiff.£481 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £481, select.
Sun, 27 JulRUH - CWL with Pegasus Airlines
1 stop
Sun, 3 AugCWL - RUH with Ryanair
1 stop
from £481
Cardiff.£485 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with AJet and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £485, select.
Sat, 21 JunRUH - CWL with AJet
1 stop
Sat, 9 AugCWL - RUH with Ryanair
1 stop
from £485
Cardiff.£510 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with Flynas and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £510, select.
Fri, 15 AugRUH - CWL with Flynas
1 stop
Sat, 23 AugCWL - RUH with Ryanair
1 stop
from £510
Cardiff.£566 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun, returning Fri, 27 Jun.Return flight with AJet and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £566, select.
Sun, 22 JunRUH - CWL with AJet
1 stop
Fri, 27 JunCWL - RUH with Ryanair
1 stop
from £566
How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Riyadh to Cardiff found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh Airport to Cardiff Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Riyadh Airport to Cardiff Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
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Cheapest month:September
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Riyadh to Cardiff: Alternative routes

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Riyadh to Cardiff: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£371
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Cardiff: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Cardiff is £371. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to Cardiff. But we found flights with one or more stops from £369.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to Cardiff.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Cardiff is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Cardiff Airport on Friday, 12 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and Cardiff Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cardiff.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know

  • Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Cardiff three hours behind Riyadh.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your RUH to CWL flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport. Many passengers pass through Malaga Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport flight is £155. A return ticket is currently £371. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from RUH to CWL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.

  • Finding cheap flights from RUH to CWL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.

  • To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

    • Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel

    • Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel

    • Makarem Riyadh Hotel

Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • If you're landing on a late King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near CWL:

    • Celtic International Hotel Cardiff Airport

    • The Mount Rooms

    • Barry Island

  • Grab a Cardiff Airport rental car and explore Cardiff and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Cardiff Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff

  • Cardiff Airport is roughly 17 miles from central Cardiff. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cardiff based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cardiff Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to CWL in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cardiff. Around 130 miles away to the east, well-known attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

  • Around 90 miles north-east of Cardiff, Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

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