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Flight deals from Riyadh to Damascus

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £234. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Damascus.£79 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departs from Riyadh on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £79, select.

Damascus.£83 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departs from Riyadh on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.

Damascus.£117 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departs from Riyadh on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £117, select.

Damascus.£122 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departs from Riyadh on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Damascus.£130 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £130, select.

Damascus.£131 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £131, select.

Damascus.£131 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £131, select.

Damascus.£134 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £134, select.

Damascus.£145 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £145, select.

Damascus.£186 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Riyadh on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £186, select.

Damascus.£186 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Riyadh on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £186, select.

Damascus.£186 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Riyadh on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £186, select.

Damascus.£186 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Riyadh on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £186, select.

Damascus.£203 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Riyadh on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £203, select.

Damascus.£218 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £218, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Damascus

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Cheapest flight found	£79
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airline	Gulf Air
Average flights per week	30

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Damascus: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Riyadh to Damascus?

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Damascus is £157. 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 Riyadh to Damascus?

2 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Damascus.

Which airlines fly direct from Riyadh to Damascus?

Gulf Air, Flynas and Saudia fly direct from Riyadh to Damascus.

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

As of June 2026, there are 30 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Damascus.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Damascus is usually October.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport on Monday, 5 October 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 23 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Damascus?

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 Damascus 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 Damascus?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Damascus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Riyadh Airport to Damascus with?

Currently, flyadeal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Damascus.

Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Damascus Airport (DAM): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Damascus's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Riyadh.
There are 16 Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport flights each week to choose from.
To ensure you get on your RUH to DAM flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Damascus adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Syria:
Flyadeal is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With a dependable 81.82% of services arriving as scheduled, Flynas has the best on-time performance for RUH to DAM flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Damascus Airport (DAM)

£79 is currently the best price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport flight. Return flights start at £157. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to DAM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to DAM by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport.

Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)

85% of flights leaving Riyadh Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of RUH.
To reach Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kms (20 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport? Check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Catch some z's here before making your way to RUH.

Getting from Damascus Airport (DAM) to central Damascus

From Damascus Airport, Damascus is approximately 31 kms (19 miles) away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

When to fly to Damascus Airport (DAM)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Damascus. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Riyadh Airport to Damascus Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Damascus, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 39ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to DAM in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 14ºC then.

Explore more of Syria

Damascus has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Syria waiting to be explored. About 306 kms (190 miles) north of Damascus, a trip to Aleppo will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Aleppo Souk, The Citadel of Aleppo and Aleppo Citadel.
Around 145 kms (90 miles) north of Damascus, Homs is another essential stop in Syria. Start your sightseeing at Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.