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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $595. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Riyadh.$449 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Athens International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $449, select.

Riyadh.$467 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.

Riyadh.$467 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.

Riyadh.$468 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $468, select.

Riyadh.$469 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $469, select.

Riyadh.$469 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $469, select.

Riyadh.$479 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $479, select.

Riyadh.$482 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $482, select.

Riyadh.$482 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $482, select.

Riyadh.$482 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $482, select.

Riyadh.$484 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $484, select.

Riyadh.$512 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $512, select.

Riyadh.$573 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Athens International on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $573, select.

Riyadh.$575 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Fri, 26 Mar.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $575, select.

Riyadh.$578 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $578, select.

Riyadh.$593 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $593, select.

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Athens to Riyadh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$449
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	3 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airline	Aegean Airlines
Average flights per week	9

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

How much are return flights from Athens International to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Riyadh is $449. 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 Athens International to Riyadh?

3 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Riyadh.

Which airlines fly direct from Athens International to Riyadh?

Aegean Airlines and Saudia fly direct from Athens International to Riyadh.

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

As of July 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Athens International to Riyadh.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Riyadh is usually December.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport on Sunday, 6 December 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 49 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 from Athens International Airport to Riyadh with?

Currently, Pegasus Airlines and Aegean Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know

Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Riyadh is one hour ahead of Athens and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from ATH to RUH start from 07:50 — the earliest with Aegean Airlines. The last departure is at 23:00 with Aegean Airlines. Overall, there are five weekly Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ATH to RUH flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Aegean Airlines.
With an impressive 84.09% of services landing on schedule, Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to RUH flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ATH and RUH include:
- Jeddah Airport
- Cairo Airport
- Bahrain Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

$206 is the lowest price for a one-way Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. A return flight starts from $449. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ATH to RUH.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ATH to RUH.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)

76% of flights that take off from Athens International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Athens International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

Once your Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight has touched down, unwind at a hotel close by. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a convenient option within easy reach of RUH.
Travel at your own pace with a Riyadh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Homes and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Riyadh Airport around four weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

Riyadh Airport to central Riyadh has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Athens International Airport to Riyadh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATH to RUH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

Riyadh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia you should also see. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Al Kharj is another place worth checking out during your travels through Saudi Arabia. Journey to this destination, which is about 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to take in highlights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque.