$72 Cheap Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (SAW)

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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Istanbul (RUH-SAW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $72 for one-way flights and $174 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

flynas
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$174 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select flynas flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $174 found 6 days ago
flynas
Sat, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 22
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$180 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select flynas flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Mon, Dec 22, priced at $180 found 1 day ago
flynas
Mon, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 22
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$180 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select flynas flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Mon, Dec 22, priced at $180 found 1 day ago
flynas
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 5
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$185 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select flynas flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $185 found 10 hours ago
flynas
Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 26
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$188 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select flynas flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $188 found 20 hours ago
Pegasus Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 5
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$192 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $192 found 10 hours ago
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 26
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$193 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $193 found 20 hours ago
AJET
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, May 11
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$195 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select AJET flight, departing Mon, Apr 6 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $195 found 20 hours ago
Air Arabia
Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 22
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$311 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$311
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Sun, Jan 18 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $311 found 8 hours ago
Azerbaijan Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
RUH
Riyadh
SAW
Istanbul
$364 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$364
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Azerbaijan Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $364 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (SAW)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $101 - $155 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Istanbul

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

Select flight to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. SAW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 34 minutes. Flights from $264
SAW
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center34 min
Flights from $264
Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (SAW)
Origin airport
King Khaled Intl.
Destination airport
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Airlines serving
AJET, Air Arabia, Azerbaijan Airlines, Emirates, KLM, Kuwait Airways, Nile Air, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, flydubai, flynas
Roundtrip price
$173
Distance
1487 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 20 mins

Riyadh to Istanbul Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul

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 Riyadh to Istanbul are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul: 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 Riyadh to Istanbul

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 Riyadh to Istanbul in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $72 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 Riyadh to Istanbul 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 Riyadh to Istanbul 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 King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $72 or cheap return flight from $174 from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
January is the cheapest month to fly from RUH to SAW. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Avoid the layovers and fly nonstop to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) with 3 carriers, including:

  • Pegasus
  • Flynas
  • AJet

What is the cheapest airline that flies from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, budget airlines like Pegasus and flynas are often the most affordable options for flights between King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) and Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW). Use Expedia's search tool to compare carriers and find the one that has the lowest fare for your RUH to SAW flight.
How many flights per day from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
When departing from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH), you can take your pick from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Flights between RUH and SAW are busiest at 2 AM. For a quieter experience and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from RUH to SAW?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW).
What is the earliest flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
The first flight of the day leaving King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) is at around 2:40AM UTC+3. Board this plane and you'll land at Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) at approximately 7:05AM UTC+3. The entire trip takes 4h 25m.
How long does it take to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
The average flight duration from RUH to SAW is 4 hours and 30 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from RUH to SAW?
With 97% of flights usually arriving on time, flynas has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW). To check your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
To land at Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) without delays, choose a flight that takes off from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Istanbul from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
If you're departing on a direct flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Istanbul, you'll land at either Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from RUH to SAW generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a RUH to SAW flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a RUH to SAW flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, managing everything in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
If you booked your RUH to SAW flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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