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San Diego.$1,363 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,363, select.
San Diego.$1,382 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Mon, 24 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,382, select.
San Diego.$1,384 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,384, select.
San Diego.$1,389 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,389, select.
San Diego.$1,675 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Sun, 26 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,675, select.
San Diego.$1,769 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,769, select.
San Diego.$1,776 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,776, select.
San Diego.$1,933 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,933, 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 San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Riyadh to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riyadh to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

Riyadh to San Diego: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,363
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to San Diego International is $1,363. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to San Diego International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,363.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to San Diego International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to San Diego International Airport on Monday, 18 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and San Diego International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 San Diego International 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • San Diego's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Diego ten hours behind Riyadh.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to SAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between RUH and SAN:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • $1,103 is the lowest price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,363. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to SAN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

  • Finding cheap flights from RUH to SAN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • 86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from RUH.

  • Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near RUH:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.

  • San Diego International Airport to the centre of San Diego has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to San Diego International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Diego. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to San Diego International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to SAN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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