$468 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Riyadh (RUH)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Riyadh (JFK-RUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $468 for one-way flights and $651 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Royal Jordanian
Thu, Dec 25 - Sun, Dec 28
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$651 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$651
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Thu, Dec 25 from New York to Riyadh, returning Sun, Dec 28, priced at $651 found 2 days ago
Gulf Air
Sun, Nov 2 - Tue, Dec 2
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$681 Roundtrip, just found
$681
Roundtrip
just found
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from New York to Riyadh, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $681 just found
Cathay Pacific
Sun, Nov 2 - Tue, Dec 2
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$835 Roundtrip, just found
$835
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from New York to Riyadh, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $835 just found
Etihad Airways
Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 14
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$842 Roundtrip, just found
$842
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from New York to Riyadh, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $842 just found
Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 11
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$869 Roundtrip, just found
$869
Roundtrip
just found
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from New York to Riyadh, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $869 just found
LOT-Polish Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$908 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$908
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select LOT-Polish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from New York to Riyadh, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $908 found 18 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 30
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$935 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$935
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from New York to Riyadh, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $935 found 1 day ago
Kuwait Airways
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$947 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$947
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Kuwait Airways flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from New York to Riyadh, returning Tue, Mar 24, priced at $947 found 20 hours ago
Saudia
Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 14
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$982 Roundtrip, just found
$982
Roundtrip
just found
Select Saudia flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from New York to Riyadh, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $982 just found
Lufthansa
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 29
JFK
New York
RUH
Riyadh
$1,015 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,015
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from New York to Riyadh, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $1,015 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Riyadh (RUH)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $834 - $1,110 per traveler.

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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 $968
RUH
King Khaled Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center25 min
Flights from $968
Flights from New York (JFK) to Riyadh (RUH)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
King Khaled Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, Air India, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, ITA Airways, KLM, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$650
Distance
6511 mi
Average flight time
11 hours 15 mins

New York to Riyadh Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to Riyadh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York to Riyadh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $468 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 New York 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 New York 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $468 or cheap return flight from $651 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
The cheapest month to fly from JFK to RUH is December, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are often when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
You can fly directly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) on a Saudia flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from JFK to RUH. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a great deal.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
On average, you can pick from 3 direct flights per week from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH). To broaden your travel options, consider taking a flight with a layover. Simply enter your dates on Expedia and then filter your search to show one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Flights between JFK and RUH are busiest at 11 AM. If you want a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to RUH?
Jet off on a Thursday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH).
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
The earliest flight jetting off from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) is at around 11:00AM UTC-5. Catch this flight and you'll reach King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) at approximately 7:00AM UTC+3. The total time in the air is 12h.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
The average flight duration from JFK to RUH is 12 hours, covering a distance of 6,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to RUH?
Saudia has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH), with an on-time rating of 91%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you leave and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Choose a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) is the only airport in Riyadh with direct flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). Browse your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from JFK to RUH are usually more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start looking for flights early. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may find a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to RUH flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a JFK to RUH flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your JFK to RUH flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check 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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