$83 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Riyadh (RUH)

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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Riyadh (SAW-RUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $83 for one-way flights and $127 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

flynas
Mon, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 26
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$127 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select flynas flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $127 found 6 days ago
flynas
Wed, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 31
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$152 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select flynas flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $152 found 3 days ago
flynas
Sun, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 29
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$156 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select flynas flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $156 found 2 days ago
flynas
Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 28
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$163 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select flynas flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $163 found 3 days ago
flynas
Thu, Oct 30 - Fri, Oct 31
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$174 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select flynas flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $174 found 1 day ago
flynas
Sun, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 30
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$177 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select flynas flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $177 found 5 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 31
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$189 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $189 found 3 days ago
AJET
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$192 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select AJET flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $192 found 2 days ago
Azerbaijan Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 5
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$289 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Azerbaijan Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $289 found 1 hour ago
Air Arabia
Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26
SAW
Istanbul
RUH
Riyadh
$320 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Istanbul to Riyadh, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $320 found 4 days ago

Alternative airports near Riyadh

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to King Khaled Intl. RUH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 25 minutes. Flights from $174
RUH
King Khaled Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center25 min
Flights from $174

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $83 or cheap return flight from $127 from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
October is the least expensive month to fly from SAW to RUH. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Pick from 3 airlines that fly direct from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH). These include:

  • Pegasus
  • Flynas
  • AJet

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Cheap flight tickets between Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) and King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) are often available with low-cost carriers like Pegasus and flynas. Bear in mind that prices can change depending on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily filter your results to find a SAW to RUH flight that works with your budget.
How many flights per day from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
When jetting out of Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), you can take your pick from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
The 9 PM departures from SAW to RUH are typically the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you're hoping to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAW to RUH?
Fly on a Friday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH).
What is the earliest flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)'s earliest flight to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) departs at approximately 2:20PM UTC+3. With a total flight time of 3h 55m, you'll arrive at around 6:15PM UTC+3.
How long does it take to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Flights from SAW to RUH have an average travel time of 4 hours and 9 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 1,500 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
To avoid possible delays on the Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Riyadh from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Check out your flight options from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH). This is the only airport in Riyadh you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SAW to RUH just before your trip is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SAW to RUH flight and hotel package?
Securing a SAW to RUH flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your SAW to RUH flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Destination airport
King Khaled Intl.
Airlines serving
AJET, Air Arabia, Azerbaijan Airlines, Nile Air, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, flydubai, flynas
Roundtrip price
$126
Distance
1487 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 57 mins

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Istanbul to Riyadh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Istanbul to Riyadh

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Istanbul to Riyadh are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Riyadh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Riyadh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Istanbul to Riyadh: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Istanbul to Riyadh

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Riyadh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $83 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Istanbul to Riyadh flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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