Abu Dhabi

$59+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

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RUH — AUH
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in December or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$59
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$303

Good round-trip deal

$451 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Riyadh King Khaled Intl-Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Riyadh King Khaled Intl-Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl flights.
From Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
One-way flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/105:10 amRUH - AUH
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/188:10 amAUH - RUH
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$147
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:00 amRUH - AUH
1 stop7h 25mSAUDIA
Thu 10/302:30 pmAUH - RUH
Nonstop2h 10mSAUDIA
Deal found 3/24$168
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1610:15 amRUH - AUH
Nonstop1h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 4/192:00 amAUH - RUH
Nonstop1h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/24$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/102:35 pmRUH - AUH
Nonstop2h 00mflynas
Thu 4/172:00 amAUH - RUH
Nonstop1h 45mflynas
Deal found 3/24$311
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:00 amRUH - AUH
1 stop15h 15mGulf Air
Sat 4/1912:01 amAUH - RUH
1 stop5h 59mGulf Air
Deal found 3/24$319
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/101:50 amRUH - AUH
1 stop21h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/171:35 amAUH - RUH
1 stop28h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/24$770
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/301:10 amRUH - AUH
1 stop20h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 4/45:45 amAUH - RUH
1 stop8h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/24$1,059

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

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RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 4/10

5:10 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 4/18

8:10 am-9:20 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$147

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/16

10:45 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 4/20

2:30 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$177

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/16

10:15 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 4/19

2:00 am-2:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$188

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 4/10

2:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 4/17

2:00 am-2:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$311

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 4/19

12:01 am-5:00 am

1 stop5h 59m

$319

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 5/10

1:50 am-12:35 am

1 stop21h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 5/17

1:35 am-5:15 am

1 stop28h 40m

$770

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 4/22

4:20 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$59

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 4/8

4:55 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 45m

$65

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 4/8

10:45 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$146

RiyadhAbu Dhabi

RUH - AUH

RUHAUH

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 4/13

1:10 am-4:20 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$166

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Compare providers for flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Abu Dhabi from Riyadh with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RUH to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Explore weekly flight availability from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

The most flights from RUH to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 0.4 - 0.8 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, SAUDIA and Etihad Airways from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    You will need to book a flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl if you want to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. At least 3 different airlines have flights from King Khaled Intl (RUH) to Zayed Intl (AUH) on a regular basis. There are 17 flights to Abu Dhabi from the Riyadh airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from RUH to AUH to be around 1h 40m.

  • How popular is this Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi is SAUDIA. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $177 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and flynas, starting at $188 and $311 round-trip. SAUDIA is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from SAUDIA and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    Consider SAUDIA (82%), ANA (81%) or Korean Air (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    On average you can expect to pay $857 for a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is $94 while the most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at $219.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$193Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$250Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Gulf AirCheapest$302Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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