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Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. (WASA) to Riyadh (RUH)

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Riyadh.$1,291 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,291, select.
Riyadh.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.
Riyadh.$1,330 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,330, select.
Riyadh.$1,331 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,331, select.
Riyadh.$1,331 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,331, select.
Riyadh.$1,338 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,338, select.
Riyadh.$1,339 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan, returning Fri, 13 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,339, select.
Riyadh.$1,340 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,340, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in January.
Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
from $1,352
Dec
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Feb
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Washington D.C. to Riyadh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington D.C. to Riyadh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riyadh.

Washington D.C. to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,291
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time12 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Riyadh is $1,291. 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.
12 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Riyadh.
Delta, Kuwait Airways and Saudia fly direct from Washington D.C. to Riyadh.
As of July 2025, there are 18 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Riyadh is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Riyadh Airport on Tuesday, 6 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 24 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 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.
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.

Flying from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): What you need to know

  • When searching for your flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH), there's a good range of airports you can fly out of. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main options.

  • Riyadh is seven hours ahead of Washington DC. King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to RUH, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Whether you're hoping to explore a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to RUH.

  • DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • 76.44% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Prefer to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) flight tickets can be booked from here.

  • Take a direct flight from Washington DC to RUH with Saudia. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of IAD.

  • Saudia is the most frequently booked airline flying from IAD to RUH.

  • Flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and King Khaled International Airport are more likely to arrive on time with Saudia compared to other carriers.

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and RUH:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • You can get to IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Washington DC to RUH flight? Kick back in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Whether just for an hour or a few days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more manageable. When jetting out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can book a flight ticket from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) stopping at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.

About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • Arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport? Grab your bags and go directly to the comfort of a hotel near RUH. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel will have you hitting the pillow sooner.

  • Travel at your own pace with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • At the moment, $539 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,291. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to RUH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Washington DC to RUH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find an affordable flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH). July is the busiest month to travel to Riyadh. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.

  • When booking your Washington DC to RUH flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Riyadh

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Riyadh right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Boulevard Riyadh City, Fahad Al Owaidah Grand Mosque and Masmak Citadel are essential stops on your Riyadh itinerary.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

  • Saudi Arabia is home to plenty of other interesting places to add to your travels, such as Al Kharj. Around 153 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, check out top sights like Abdulaziz Abdullah Al’askar mosque while you're here.

  • Any trip to Saudi Arabia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Sājir. Yousef Al Harbi Museum is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 209 kilometres west of Riyadh.

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