Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Riyadh (RUH)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,712. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Riyadh.$1,211 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,211, select.

Riyadh.$1,215 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,215, select.

Riyadh.$1,342 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,342, select.

Riyadh.$1,421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,421, select.

Riyadh.$1,444 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Sydney on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,444, select.

Riyadh.$1,455 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,455, select.

Riyadh.$1,483 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Sydney on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,483, select.

Riyadh.$1,511 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Scoot and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,511, select.

Riyadh.$1,580 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,580, select.

Riyadh.$1,580 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,580, select.

Riyadh.$1,597 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan, returning Thu, 28 Jan.Return flight with China Eastern and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,597, select.

Riyadh.$1,621 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,621, select.

Riyadh.$1,637 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Sydney on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,637, select.

Riyadh.$1,648 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,648, select.

Riyadh.$1,650 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with China Eastern and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,650, select.

Riyadh.$1,672 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Scoot and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,672, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Riyadh

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Sydney to Riyadh: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sydney to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Riyadh is $1,211. 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 Sydney to Riyadh?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,211.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Riyadh?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Riyadh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Riyadh is usually November.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport on Thursday, 5 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney 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 Sydney Airport to Riyadh with?

Currently, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know

Riyadh is eight hours behind Sydney and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Your SYD to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SYD and RUH include:
- Dubai Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Zayed International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport flight is $615. A round-trip fare right now is $1,211. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to RUH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SYD to RUH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

Of all flights departing from Sydney Airport, 66% arrive on time at their destination.
Sydney Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

Step off your Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option a short journey from RUH, head for Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.
Explore without limits with a Riyadh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Homes and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Riyadh Airport around four weeks ahead.

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.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riyadh. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Sydney Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Want ideas for other great places to go in Saudi Arabia? Set off 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque is one of the highlights in the area.