Cheap flights from Riyadh to Dubai

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Cheapest round-trip flights$112
flyadealNonstop2 hrThu, Apr 2 — Sun, Apr 5
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Dubai is currently $112
Cheapest one-way flight$56
flyadealNonstop2 hrThu, Apr 2
The cheapest one-way flight from Riyadh to Dubai is currently $56
Last-minute weekend getaway$184
flyadealNonstop2 hrThu, Mar 19 — Sun, Mar 22
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Riyadh to Dubai is currently $184
Cheapest business class flights$1,045
Air India, Air India Express2 stops18 hrSat, May 2 — Mon, May 4
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Riyadh to Dubai is currently $1,045
Fastest flight1 hr 45 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Riyadh to Dubai takes 1 hr 45 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Dubai is typically December. The most expensive month to fly is typically January.
January
Most expensive
Prices in January are usually between $120 and $245.

Popular airlines from Riyadh to Dubai

  • Flynas
    Nonstop
    from $166
    Typical price: $120–240
    77 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - DWC, DXBEvery day
    1043 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - DWC, DXB, SHJEvery day
  • flydubai
    Nonstop
    from $234
    Typical price: $210–370
    25 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - DXBEvery day
  • flyadeal
    Nonstop
    from $112
    Typical price: $110–210
    24 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - DXBEvery day
  • Emirates
    Nonstop
    from $318
    Typical price: $315–430
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - DXBEvery day
  • Air Arabia
    Nonstop
    from $183
    Typical price: $135–400
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - SHJEvery day
  • Saudia
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $215–400
    11 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - DXBEvery day
    52 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - DXBEvery day

Popular airports near Riyadh

  • King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
    RiyadhSaudi Arabia30 min17 mi
  • Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ)
    Al Qassim ProvinceSaudi Arabia3 hr 44 min211 mi
  • Al-Ahsa Airport (HOF)
    Al HofufSaudi Arabia3 hr 28 min180 mi

Popular airports near Dubai

  • Dubai International Airport (DXB)
    DubaiUnited Arab Emirates28 min6 mi
  • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
    SharjahUnited Arab Emirates36 min17 mi
  • Zayed International Airport (AUH)
    Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates1 hr 12 min66 mi
  • Fujairah International Airport (FJR)
    FujairahUnited Arab Emirates1 hr 19 min66 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Riyadh to Dubai

The cheapest flights from Riyadh to Dubai are usually in December. Typical ticket prices in December range from $100 to $195.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Dubai recently found on Google Flights was with flyadeal from $112. The cheapest one-way flight was with flyadeal from $56.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Flynas flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $166, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 5.
  • The cheapest flydubai flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $234, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 5.
  • The cheapest flyadeal flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $112, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 5.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $318, flying from Apr 3 to Apr 6.
  • The cheapest Air Arabia flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $183, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 15.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Dubai starts at $112 from Thu, Apr 2 to Sun, Apr 5. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $56 and departs on Thu, Apr 2.
1 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Riyadh to Dubai.
Most visitors arrive Oct–Apr when the weather is warm and dry. With a desert climate, temperatures soar in the summer (Jun–Sep). Major events include the Dubai Shopping Festival (Jan–Feb); Dubai International Jazz Festival and Dubai Tennis Championships (both Feb–Mar); the Dubai World Cup horse race (Mar–Apr); and the Dubai International Film Festival (Nov–Dec). The major religious holidays are Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha (all dates vary) when some restaurants may close temporarily.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Riyadh to Dubai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Riyadh to Dubai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Riyadh to Dubai.

In terms of nonstop flights, Flynas is the most popular. Flynas offers 77 nonstop flights and 1,043 connecting flights per week. Flynas flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) (DWC), Dubai International Airport (DXB), Sharjah International Airport (SHJ).

Other popular airlines flying from Riyadh to Dubai are:
  • flydubai offers 25 nonstop flights per week. flydubai flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB).
  • flyadeal offers 24 nonstop flights per week. flyadeal flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB).
  • Emirates offers 20 nonstop flights per week. Emirates flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB).
  • Air Arabia offers 14 nonstop flights per week. Air Arabia flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ).
  • Saudia offers 11 nonstop flights and 52 connecting flights per week. Saudia flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Riyadh and Dubai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Dubai recently found on Google Flights was with flyadeal from $112. The cheapest one-way flight was with flyadeal from $56.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Flynas flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $166, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 5.
  • The cheapest flydubai flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $234, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 5.
  • The cheapest flyadeal flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $112, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 5.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $318, flying from Apr 3 to Apr 6.
  • The cheapest Air Arabia flight from Riyadh to Dubai is $183, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 15.
Flynas, flydubai, Emirates, flyadeal, Saudia and Air Arabia fly direct from Riyadh to Dubai.
  • There are 77 Flynas direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 25 flydubai direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 24 flyadeal direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Emirates direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Air Arabia direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 11 Saudia direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Dubai at price $184 is offered by flyadeal from Thu, Mar 19 to Sun, Mar 22.
Flynas, flydubai, Emirates, flyadeal, Saudia and Air Arabia fly direct from Riyadh to Dubai.
  • There are 77 Flynas direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 25 flydubai direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 24 flyadeal direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Emirates direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Air Arabia direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 11 Saudia direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Riyadh and Dubai start at $112 from Thu, Apr 2 to Sun, Apr 5 with flyadeal.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Riyadh to Dubai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Dubai start at $1,045 from Sat, May 2 to Mon, May 4 with Air India, Air India Express.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Dubai start at $112 from Thu, Apr 2 to Sun, Apr 5.
To book business class trips from Riyadh to Dubai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Riyadh and Dubai starts at $184 from Thu, Mar 19 to Sun, Mar 22 with flyadeal.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Dubai at price $184 is offered by flyadeal from Thu, Mar 19 to Sun, Mar 22.
To find last-minute flight deals from Riyadh to Dubai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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