Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Riyadh (RUH)

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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Riyadh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Riyadh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Riyadh.$1,348 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,348, select.

Riyadh.$1,357 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Tue, 22 Jul.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,357, select.

Riyadh.$1,358 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,358, select.

Riyadh.$1,360 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,360, select.

Riyadh.$1,364 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,364, select.

Riyadh.$1,383 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Thu, 18 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,383, select.

Riyadh.$1,385 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,385, select.

Riyadh.$1,494 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,494, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in September.

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San Francisco International to Riyadh: Alternative routes

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

San Francisco to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,348
Cheapest month to fly	September

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

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Riyadh is $1,348. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Riyadh?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,348.

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

As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Riyadh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Riyadh is usually September.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.

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

No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Riyadh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

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 San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh with?

Currently, Air France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

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

Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh ten hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to RUH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SFO and RUH include:
- Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Frankfurt Airport
- London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is $776. A return plane ticket is currently $1,348. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SFO to RUH, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to RUH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near SFO:

Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RUH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and discover more of Riyadh and beyond.
Booking your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.

When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

You've done Riyadh, now it's time to explore other corners of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to tick off its popular sights. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, your itinerary will be busy.
Eager to see Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then make your way to Al Kharj. Another worthwhile stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.