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Airlines Flying This Route
Flyadeal
Pegasus Airlines
AJet
Flynas
Saudia
Turkish Airlines
Air Arabia
Jazeera Airways
Airports on this route
Flying from Istanbul
- IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul
- SAW
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Istanbul
Arriving in Riyadh
- RUH
King Khalid International Airport
Riyadh
Best time to fly
Among the months with available fare data, November had the lowest observed fare, from $84.
Riyadh is mildest and driest from November to March.
Based on typical climate for the destination, not a forecast.
Typical climate in Riyadh
Average daily highs and lows in Riyadh, and how often it rains.
Warmest month
Jul, around 43°C
Mildest months
Nov to Mar
Wettest month
Jan, about 3 rainy days
- Jan: average high 20°C, average low 9°C, 3 days of rain.
- Feb: average high 23°C, average low 10°C, 2 days of rain.
- Mar: average high 28°C, average low 14°C, 2 days of rain.
- Apr: average high 32°C, average low 19°C, 3 days of rain.
- May: average high 38°C, average low 24°C, 1 days of rain.
- Jun: average high 42°C, average low 27°C, 0 days of rain.
- Jul: average high 43°C, average low 29°C, 0 days of rain.
- Aug: average high 43°C, average low 28°C, 0 days of rain.
- Sep: average high 40°C, average low 25°C, 0 days of rain.
- Oct: average high 35°C, average low 20°C, 0 days of rain.
- Nov: average high 28°C, average low 16°C, 3 days of rain.
- Dec: average high 22°C, average low 10°C, 3 days of rain.
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Tips for Cheaper Flights
Book Early
For flights from Istanbul to Riyadh, booking 2-3 months in advance typically offers the best prices.
Fly Mid-Week
Tuesday to Thursday flights are often cheaper than weekend departures on this route.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A typical flight from Istanbul to Riyadh takes about 4h 5m.
Yes, direct flights are available from Istanbul to Riyadh, taking approximately 4h 5m.
Flights to Riyadh arrive at King Khalid International Airport (RUH).
8 airlines operate this route, including Flyadeal, Pegasus Airlines, AJet, Flynas.
Among the months with available fare data, November had the lowest observed fares from Istanbul to Riyadh.