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$418+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to California

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RUH — LAX
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
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Round-trip from

$721
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$418
(Kiwi.com)

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August

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October

Average price

$966
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to California
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/811:50 amRUH - LAX
1 stop35h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 6/2610:50 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop22h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/21$721
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2811:50 amRUH - LAS
1 stop41h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 7/59:10 pmLAS - RUH
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/21$724
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1212:35 amRUH - LAX
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 6/248:05 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop24h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/21$754
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:35 amRUH - SFO
1 stop23h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 5/204:20 pmSFO - RUH
1 stop20h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$755
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2912:35 amRUH - SAN
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 5/710:19 amSAN - RUH
2 stops26h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$787
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:25 amRUH - LAS
2 stops23h 17mBritish Airways
Thu 5/151:19 pmLAS - RUH
2 stops23h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$792
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/312:35 amRUH - SNA
2 stops29h 32mBritish Airways
Fri 5/911:31 amSNA - RUH
2 stops25h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$823
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Thu 6/58:40 amRUH - LAX
1 stop19h 30mAir France
Thu 6/191:40 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop30h 45mAir France
Deal found 4/21$854
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Sat 5/1711:55 pmRUH - LAX
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/21:40 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$855
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Sat 5/1711:55 pmRUH - LAX
2 stops21h 55mKLM
Mon 6/24:50 pmLAX - RUH
2 stops27h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/21$890
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Thu 6/51:10 amRUH - LAX
1 stop23h 25mLOT
Thu 6/1910:05 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop38h 05mLOT
Deal found 4/21$894
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Tue 7/221:50 amRUH - LAX
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 7/261:40 pmLAX - RUH
1 stop29h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/21$905

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to California that are best for you.

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Riyadh

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 6/8

11:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/26

10:50 pm-7:25 am

1 stop22h 35m

$721

RiyadhLas Vegas

RUH - LAS

RUHLAS

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 6/28

11:50 am-7:20 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/5

9:10 pm-7:25 am

1 stop24h 15m

$724

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/12

12:35 am-5:35 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/24

8:05 pm-6:35 am

1 stop24h 30m

$754

RiyadhSan Francisco

RUH - SFO

RUHSFO

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 5/14

12:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

4:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$755

RiyadhSanta Ana

RUH - SNA

RUHSNA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 5/3

12:35 am-8:07 pm

2 stops29h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/9

11:31 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$823

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/5

8:40 am-6:10 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/19

1:40 pm-6:25 am

1 stop30h 45m

$854

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 5/17

11:55 pm-11:50 am

2 stops21h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

1:40 pm-6:25 am

1 stop30h 45m

$855

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 5/17

11:55 pm-11:50 am

2 stops21h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

4:50 pm-6:25 am

2 stops27h 35m

$890

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/5

1:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/19

10:05 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$894

RiyadhLos Angeles

RUH - LAX

RUHLAX

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/22

1:50 am-10:25 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/26

1:40 pm-4:40 am

1 stop29h 00m

$905

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to California (average of $246). Flying from Riyadh to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Riyadh to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Riyadh to California, such as Emirates, Delta and KLM. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
850 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Riyadh to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Riyadh, you will be flying from King Khaled Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is located 18.7 mi from the center of Riyadh.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is SAUDIA, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $586. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Riyadh to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Riyadh to California?

    While some choose either Riyadh King Khaled Intl - San Diego or Riyadh King Khaled Intl - San Francisco, Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Riyadh to California.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to California (average of $246). Flying from Riyadh to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 7 airlines flying from Riyadh to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to California. 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ITA AirwaysCheapest$722Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$727Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$771Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$833Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$972Average$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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