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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport from C$ 275

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — IST
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul are usually found in October or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 390

One-way from

C$ 275

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 316
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  • 7/1-14/1
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  • 9h 10m total
  • Riyadh to Istanbul
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Air Arabia
  • Air Arabia
  • 20/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • Riyadh to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2024.

Tue 24/122:15 a.m.RUH - IST
Nonstop4h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/18:30 p.m.IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 492
Sun 22/121:00 p.m.RUH - IST
1 stop8h 10mSAUDIA
Mon 30/124:25 p.m.IST - RUH
Nonstop4h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 17/12C$ 517
Tue 17/124:30 p.m.RUH - IST
1 stop32h 20mflydubai
Thu 19/121:50 a.m.IST - RUH
1 stop37h 35mflydubai
Deal found 16/12C$ 547
Wed 18/1210:25 p.m.RUH - IST
1 stop17h 05mGulf Air
Mon 30/126:05 a.m.IST - RUH
1 stop8h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 17/12C$ 556
Sat 21/123:55 a.m.RUH - IST
1 stop18h 00mEmirates
Thu 26/128:05 p.m.IST - RUH
1 stop11h 55mEmirates
Deal found 17/12C$ 612
Sat 21/124:30 a.m.RUH - IST
1 stop8h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 3/17:35 a.m.IST - RUH
1 stop7h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12C$ 830
Sat 21/1212:25 p.m.RUH - IST
1 stop10h 15mKuwait Airways
Sun 29/1212:55 a.m.IST - RUH
1 stop16h 35mKuwait Airways
Deal found 17/12C$ 904
Thu 26/123:40 a.m.RUH - IST
1 stop25h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/112:05 a.m.IST - RUH
1 stop26h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12C$ 1,214
Tue 24/122:00 a.m.RUH - IST
1 stop16h 05mLufthansa
Sat 28/126:50 a.m.IST - RUH
1 stop13h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12C$ 1,618

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RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/1

3:25 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop4h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 14/1

9:00 p.m.-1:35 a.m.

Nonstop4h 35m

C$ 390

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/1

1:35 p.m.-4:45 a.m.

1 stop15h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 13/1

12:55 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 396

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 2/2

4:45 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 6/2

4:50 p.m.-3:45 a.m.

1 stop10h 55m

C$ 404

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/1

10:25 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 14/1

6:05 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 460

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/1

6:45 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop4h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 13/1

1:35 a.m.-5:45 a.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

C$ 474

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 19/1

5:15 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 22/1

6:45 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

1 stop13h 50m

C$ 514

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 21/1

3:40 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop37h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 28/1

1:50 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

1 stop37h 35m

C$ 522

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 10/1

10:40 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 22/1

2:25 p.m.-3:15 a.m.

1 stop12h 50m

C$ 525

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 20/12

2:35 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 27/12

4:25 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 534

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 6/1

4:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop14h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 13/1

3:50 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop17h 10m

C$ 555

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Travel insights for flights from Riyadh to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Riyadh to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,028). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,329). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RUH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 41% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

The most flights from RUH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 17 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about SAUDIA, Emirates and flydubai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,411 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,411 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,411 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
750 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,411 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Air Arabia
7.8
Good
48 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,411 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,795 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,411 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
710 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,411 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), located 30.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Riyadh to Istanbul. 3 airlines have flights from King Khaled Intl to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, flyadeal (C$ 390), Aegean Airlines (C$ 404), and Gulf Air (C$ 460) offers the cheapest pricing from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Arabia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 275. However, be on the lookout for offers from Gulf Air and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport on time: flyadeal (97%), SAUDIA (85%), Turkish Airlines (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay C$ 559, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 276. The most popular route (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Istanbul), is priced around C$ 260.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riyadh to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riyadh to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,028). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,329). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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flyadealCheapestC$ 260AverageC$ 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 281AverageC$ 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapestC$ 496AverageC$ 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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