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New York.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.
New York.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.
New York.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.
New York.$1,065 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,065, select.
New York.$1,067 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,067, select.
New York.$1,069 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 6 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,069, select.
New York.$1,072 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,072, select.
New York.$1,073 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,073, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to New York flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Riyadh to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,056
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time13 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to New York is $1,056. 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.
13 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to New York.
Delta and Saudia fly direct from Riyadh to New York.
As of May 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Riyadh to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to New York is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Riyadh Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $1,056.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to New York on Tuesday, 24 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 57 minutes.
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 New York 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, British Airways and Saudia offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to New York: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York is 12 hours 10 minutes.

  • King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. Following the UTC-4 timezone, New York is seven hours behind Riyadh.

  • The busiest route is from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Take your pick of three weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from RUH to JFK is the 02:30 Saudia service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 02:50 with Saudia.

  • For a relaxed start to your RUH to New York flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Direct King Khaled International Airport to New York tickets are available for booking. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Saudia is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to New York.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from RUH to New York. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Central Riyadh to RUH is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near RUH. Whether you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from RUH.

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to New York

  • $585 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to New York flight. A return flight ticket right now is $1,056. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Lock in cheap flights from RUH to New York by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap King Khaled International Airport to New York tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RUH to New York by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Follow your own route with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from RUH to New York.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • After your flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your RUH to New York flight:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR will help you stay within budget.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Find your way to the city centre after your flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is about 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.

  • Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near LGA after your RUH to New York flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:

  • Begin your journey without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted companies here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.

  • Around two weeks before your flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York is a good time to secure your ride from LGA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.

  • The address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • Before you book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to New York, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in New York offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Lock in a King Khaled International Airport to New York flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about New York

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to New York:

  • Central Park and Statue of Liberty are a couple of top attractions to add to your New York must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Empire State Building.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done New York, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its popular sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without visiting Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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