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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £491. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Riyadh.£490 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £490, select.

Riyadh.£491 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £491, select.

Riyadh.£491 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £491, select.

Riyadh.£492 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £492, select.

Riyadh.£493 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Apr, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £493, select.

Riyadh.£508 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £508, select.

Riyadh.£509 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £509, select.

Riyadh.£511 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Fri, 27 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £511, select.

Riyadh.£514 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £514, select.

Riyadh.£520 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £520, select.

Riyadh.£521 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £521, select.

Riyadh.£521 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Fri, 15 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £521, select.

Riyadh.£544 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £544, select.

Riyadh.£647 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £647, select.

Riyadh.£750 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £750, select.

Riyadh.£750 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £750, select.

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Cheapest flight found	£490
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	12 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airline	Saudia
Average flights per week	10

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Riyadh is £490. 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 Washington D.C. to Riyadh?

12 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Riyadh.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Riyadh?

Saudia, Delta and Kuwait Airways fly direct from Washington D.C. to Riyadh.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Riyadh?

As of March 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Riyadh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Riyadh is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Riyadh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Riyadh Airport on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Riyadh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 27 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Riyadh?

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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.

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

Washington DC's main base, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH).
Riyadh is eight hours ahead of Washington DC. Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
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 enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to RUH.
If you're getting away during a popular month like April, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Washington DC to RUH, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one option when departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
Located around 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, data shows 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

You can book a direct Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether leaving from IAD works best for your plans.
Saudia operates direct flights from Washington DC to RUH departing from IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Saudia is the most frequently booked airline flying from IAD to RUH.
Flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Riyadh King Khalid International Airport are more likely to stay on schedule with Saudia compared to other carriers.
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and RUH are:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Washington DC to RUH flight? Kick back in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

When searching for a plane ticket from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a detour to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
The journey time to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights that depart from BWI land at their destination on schedule 77% of the time.

About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are great options near RUH.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Riyadh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.

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

Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is around 32 kms (20 miles) from the centre of Riyadh. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

£243 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. A return flight starts at £490. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to RUH. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

May is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH), while October is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Washington DC to RUH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC.

More about Riyadh

Start your Riyadh trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Riyadh when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Boulevard Riyadh City followed by Fahad Al Owaidah Grand Mosque and Al Masmak Palace Museum.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

You've seen 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 leading sights like Abdulaziz Abdullah Al’askar mosque.