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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport from C$ 183

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — IST
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 25 July 2026.

Tue 24/112:30 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop8h 10m
SAUDIA
Sun 29/114:25 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop4h 10m
SAUDIA
Deal found 21/7C$ 408
Mon 26/101:00 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop9h 40m
SAUDIA
Mon 2/114:25 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop4h 10m
SAUDIA
Deal found 21/7C$ 410
Tue 20/109:00 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop8h 10m
SAUDIA
Wed 28/104:25 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop4h 10m
SAUDIA
Deal found 22/7C$ 411
Tue 22/97:00 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop22h 25m
Gulf Air
Sat 26/96:25 a.m.
IST
-
RUH
1 stop16h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/7C$ 414
Mon 14/94:00 p.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop22h 45m
Gulf Air
Wed 16/96:25 a.m.
IST
-
RUH
1 stop8h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/7C$ 416
Tue 17/1112:05 p.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop17h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 25/116:05 a.m.
IST
-
RUH
1 stop10h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/7C$ 417
Mon 14/911:55 p.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop17h 15m
SAUDIA
Wed 16/94:25 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop4h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 22/7C$ 427
Thu 10/91:00 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop16h 10m
SAUDIA
Wed 16/97:20 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
Nonstop4h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 22/7C$ 428
Sun 22/114:00 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop9h 45m
SAUDIA
Mon 23/1110:25 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
1 stop7h 15m
SAUDIA
Deal found 25/7C$ 432
Mon 14/98:00 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop9h 10m
SAUDIA
Tue 15/93:25 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
1 stop10h 15m
SAUDIA
Deal found 22/7C$ 434
Fri 11/96:00 a.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop11h 10m
SAUDIA
Thu 17/96:25 p.m.
IST
-
RUH
1 stop8h 20m
SAUDIA
Deal found 22/7C$ 435
Fri 21/84:00 p.m.
RUH
-
IST
1 stop22h 45m
Gulf Air
Sun 23/86:15 a.m.
IST
-
RUH
1 stop21h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/7C$ 437

Find 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 25 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 408

One-way from

C$ 183

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Cheapest in

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Average price

C$ 477
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  • 24/11-29/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 20m total
  • Riyadh to Istanbul
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Cheapest round-trip

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 26/10

1:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop9h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 2/11

4:25 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

C$ 410
Quickest round-trip

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 24/11

2:30 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 29/11

4:25 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

C$ 411

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 22/10

8:00 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 29/10

4:25 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

C$ 411

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 25/11

6:00 p.m.-5:20 a.m.

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 29/11

6:05 a.m.-10:20 p.m.

1 stop16h 15m

C$ 444

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 17/10

1:45 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Nonstop4h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 24/10

3:25 p.m.-11:45 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

C$ 518

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 9/8

12:05 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop26h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 16/8

6:15 a.m.-10:55 a.m.

1 stop28h 40m

C$ 568

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 20/9

2:55 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

2 stops52h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 29/9

3:35 p.m.-1:55 a.m.

1 stop10h 20m

C$ 699

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 20/9

2:55 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

2 stops52h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 28/9

8:55 p.m.-1:55 a.m.

1 stop29h 00m

C$ 758

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 9/8

2:55 a.m.-4:35 p.m.

2 stops13h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 17/8

8:55 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

1 stop14h 15m

C$ 806
Cheapest one-way

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop20h 45m

C$ 272

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

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

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 223). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 586). 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 25 July 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between C$ 333 and C$ 531 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 408 on SAUDIA (24 Nov-29 Nov).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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. 0 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 7 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

    A quick flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport can take about 9h 40m. SAUDIA provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 410. There are 2456 km between Riyadh and Istanbul Airport.

  • 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 (100%), SAUDIA (96%), Turkish Airlines (66%).

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 223). Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 586). 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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