Cheap Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST)

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Cheap Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Flyadeal
Sat, 13 Sep. - Sat, 20 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$167 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$167
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Flyadeal flight, departing Sat, 13 Sep. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Sat, 20 Sep., priced at AU$167 found 7 hours ago
Flyadeal
Sun, 24 Aug. - Tue, 2 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$239 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$239
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Flyadeal flight, departing Sun, 24 Aug. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Tue, 2 Sep., priced at AU$239 found 2 days ago
Flyadeal
Thu, 4 Sep. - Sat, 6 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$255 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$255
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Flyadeal flight, departing Thu, 4 Sep. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Sat, 6 Sep., priced at AU$255 found 2 days ago
Saudia
Sat, 13 Sep. - Sat, 20 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$326 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$326
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Sat, 13 Sep. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Sat, 20 Sep., priced at AU$326 found 7 hours ago
Aegean
Sat, 13 Sep. - Sat, 20 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$465 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$465
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Sat, 13 Sep. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Sat, 20 Sep., priced at AU$465 found 7 hours ago
Azerbaijan Airlines
Thu, 18 Sep. - Mon, 29 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$469 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$469
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Azerbaijan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 18 Sep. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Mon, 29 Sep., priced at AU$469 found 1 day ago
Gulf Air
Sun, 24 Aug. - Tue, 2 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$491 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$491
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, 24 Aug. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Tue, 2 Sep., priced at AU$491 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, 24 Aug. - Tue, 2 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$493 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$493
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 Aug. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Tue, 2 Sep., priced at AU$493 found 2 days ago
Etihad Airways
Sat, 20 Dec. - Tue, 6 Jan.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$615 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$615
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sat, 20 Dec. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Tue, 6 Jan., priced at AU$615 found 2 days ago
Royal Jordanian
Sun, 24 Aug. - Tue, 2 Sep.
RUH
Riyadh
IST
Istanbul
AU$618 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$618
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Sun, 24 Aug. from Riyadh to Istanbul, returning Tue, 2 Sep., priced at AU$618 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Istanbul (IST)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$168 - AU$590 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Riyadh to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
King Khaled Intl.
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air Arabia, Azerbaijan Airlines, Egyptair, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Flyadeal, Gulf Air, IndiGo, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Turkish Airlines
Return price
AU$166
Distance
2441 km
Average flight time
4 hours 19 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Riyadh to Istanbul

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From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$167 to AU$618, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Istanbul is normally in September.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Riyadh Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from Riyadh Airport to IST was AU$167. Cheap fares don't stick around for long, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from RUH to IST?
Every airline has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your escape, visit our Customer Service Portal.
Can I fly from RUH to IST right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from Riyadh Airport to IST please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to IST that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Riyadh Airport to IST flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from RUH to Istanbul Airport?
Expect to be up above the clouds for a while, as the flight distance from Riyadh to Arnavutkoy is 2 500 kilometres. Set up a playlist of your favourite tunes before you leave home to stay entertained during the flight.
Which airlines fly direct from RUH to Istanbul Airport?
Flying directly between King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) and Istanbul Airport isn't possible right now. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to Arnavutkoy with at least one stop.
Are Riyadh Airport to IST flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to pick up a great last-minute deal from RUH to IST, but there's no guarantee. As many airlines publish prices up to a year in advance, it's worth keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to book when you see a bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals all the time, so you can rest easy knowing you're always seeing the latest offers.

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