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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $174. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Riyadh.$154 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 8, returning Sat, Jan 9.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Zayed International on Fri, Jan 8, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Riyadh on Sat, Jan 9, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $154, select.

Riyadh.$160 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 4, returning Thu, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Zayed International on Wed, Nov 4, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Riyadh on Thu, Nov 5, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.

Riyadh.$164 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 4, returning Mon, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Fri, Sep 4, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $164, select.

Riyadh.$169 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 4, returning Wed, Dec 9.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Fri, Dec 4, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Wed, Dec 9, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $169, select.

Riyadh.$170 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 26, returning Tue, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Tue, Sep 8, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.

Riyadh.$171 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 16, returning Sat, Aug 22.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Sun, Aug 16, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sat, Aug 22, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $171, select.

Riyadh.$172 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 30, returning Thu, Aug 27.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Thu, Jul 30, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.

Riyadh.$173 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 9, returning Tue, Oct 27.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Sun, Aug 9, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Tue, Oct 27, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $173, select.

Riyadh.$174 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 4, returning Thu, Oct 15.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Sun, Oct 4, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Thu, Oct 15, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $174, select.

Riyadh.$174 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 14, returning Mon, Nov 16.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Sat, Nov 14, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Mon, Nov 16, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $174, select.

Riyadh.$174 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 30, returning Fri, Jul 31.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Thu, Jul 30, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Fri, Jul 31, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $174, select.

Riyadh.$175 per passenger.Departing Sun, Dec 27, returning Sun, Jan 3.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Sun, Dec 27, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sun, Jan 3, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.

Riyadh.$175 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 29, returning Sun, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.

Riyadh.$175 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 8, returning Fri, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Fri, Jan 8, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Fri, Jan 15, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.

Riyadh.$177 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 25, returning Sat, Dec 5.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Zayed International on Wed, Nov 25, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sat, Dec 5, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $177, select.

Riyadh.$181 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 1, returning Fri, Feb 5.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Zayed International on Mon, Feb 1, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Riyadh on Fri, Feb 5, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Abu Dhabi to Riyadh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$154
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	1 hr, 58 mins
Most popular airline	Etihad Airways
Average flights per week	254

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Zayed International to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zayed International to Riyadh is $154. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Zayed International to Riyadh?

1 hour and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Riyadh.

Which airlines fly direct from Zayed International to Riyadh?

Etihad Airways, Saudia and Flynas fly direct from Zayed International to Riyadh.

How many flights are there a week from Zayed International to Riyadh?

There are 254 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Riyadh, as of June 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zayed International to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Riyadh is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport on Friday, January 8, 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 58 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Riyadh?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riyadh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Riyadh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh?

Currently, Saudia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Traveling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Riyadh is one hour behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Choose from 38 weekly Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport flights. The 02:00 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest available. Etihad Airways operates the latest service of the day at 20:35.
Your AUH to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Riyadh (and then other parts of Saudi Arabia) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Most travelers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier operating AUH to RUH flights. An impressive 86.96% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between AUH and RUH include:
- Hamad International Airport
- Dammam Airport
- Bahrain Airport

Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)

75% of flights leaving from Zayed International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Zayed International Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AUH:

Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

After your Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight has arrived, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a good option within easy reach of RUH.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Riyadh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Riyadh and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Riyadh Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

From Riyadh Airport, Riyadh is approximately 32 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Riyadh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Zayed International Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you want to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Riyadh. Around 386 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Always wanted to see King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque? Then find your way to Al Kharj. Another favorite destination in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometers south-east of Riyadh.