$86 Cheap Flights from Cairo (CAI) to Riyadh (RUH)

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Cheap Flights from Cairo to Riyadh (CAI-RUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $86 for one-way flights and $133 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Flyadeal
Mon, Jul 21 - Sun, Jul 27
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$133 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Flyadeal flight, departing Mon, Jul 21 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Sun, Jul 27, priced at $133 found 5 days ago
Flyadeal
Tue, Jul 22 - Mon, Aug 4
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$141 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Flyadeal flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $141 found 1 day ago
Flyadeal
Mon, Jul 28 - Thu, Aug 21
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$147 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Flyadeal flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $147 found 2 days ago
Saudia
Thu, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 18
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$152 Roundtrip, just found
$152
Roundtrip
just found
Select Saudia flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $152 just found
flynas
Mon, Jul 28 - Thu, Aug 21
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$156 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select flynas flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $156 found 2 days ago
Saudia
Thu, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 18
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$156 Roundtrip, just found
$156
Roundtrip
just found
Select Saudia flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $156 just found
Air Cairo
Wed, Jul 9 - Mon, Jul 21
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$179 Roundtrip, just found
$179
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Wed, Jul 9 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $179 just found
EGYPTAIR
Thu, Jul 24 - Sun, Jul 27
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$180 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Sun, Jul 27, priced at $180 found 1 hour ago
Nile Air
Thu, Jul 24 - Sun, Jul 27
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$195 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Nile Air flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Sun, Jul 27, priced at $195 found 1 hour ago
Nesma Airlines
Sat, Jul 19 - Mon, Jul 21
CAI
Cairo
RUH
Riyadh
$227 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Nesma Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Cairo to Riyadh, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $227 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo (CAI) to Riyadh (RUH)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $126 - $337 per traveler.

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Flights from Cairo (CAI) to Riyadh (RUH)
Origin airport
Cairo Intl.
Destination airport
King Khaled Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air Cairo, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Flyadeal, Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways, Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Turkish Airlines, flynas
Roundtrip price
$133
Distance
1001 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 39 mins

Cairo to Riyadh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Cairo 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 Cairo to Riyadh are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cairo to Riyadh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Cairo to Riyadh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cairo 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 Cairo 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 Cairo to Riyadh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $86 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 Cairo 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.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Cairo to Riyadh airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) cost?
You'll find affordable return tickets from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) starting from $133. Book your seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Flyadeal flight leaving CAI on July 29 2025 and touching down at RUH. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CAI to RUH?
Secure a cheap fare by booking your nonstop flight from CAI to RUH in September. You can find a one-way Flyadeal flight for $67 leaving on September 30 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
You can catch a nonstop flight from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) with 8 carriers, including:

  • Flynas
  • Saudia
  • EgyptAir
  • Air Cairo
  • Nile Air

What is the cheapest airline that flies from CAI to RUH?
With fares starting at $67 for a one-way flight from CAI to RUH, Flyadeal is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CAI on September 30 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Every day on average, 18 direct flights operate from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH). Select the departure date that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
More people fly between CAI and RUH at 11 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CAI to RUH?
Depart on a Thursday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH).
What is the earliest flight from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
The first flight of the day taking off from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) is at around 1:15AM UTC+2. Hop on this flight and you'll land at King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) at approximately 4:50AM UTC+3. The entire trip takes 2h 35m.
How long does it take to fly from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Flights from CAI to RUH have an average travel time of 2 hours and 36 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 1,000 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CAI to RUH?
Consider booking with flyadeal if you'd like to fly straight from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 90%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
To touch down at King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) on time, choose a flight that takes off from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Check out your flight options from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH). This is the only Riyadh airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from CAI to RUH right before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CAI to RUH flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a CAI to RUH flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your CAI to RUH flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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