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$953+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to San Diego (SAN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — SAN
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Wed 2/26
Wed 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to San Diego (SAN). 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 February 21, 2025.

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$953
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 7/112:35 amRUH - SAN
1 stop24h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 7/144:40 pmSAN - RUH
1 stop27h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/21$953
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/211:55 pmRUH - SAN
3 stops27h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/1410:10 amSAN - RUH
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,926
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/13:40 amRUH - SAN
3 stops45h 19mEthiopian Air
Mon 7/1410:00 pmSAN - RUH
2 stops42h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/21$2,205
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:00 amRUH - SAN
2 stops23h 09mQatar Airways
Sun 5/259:23 amSAN - RUH
2 stops24h 32mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$5,212
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 5/152:00 amRUH - SAN
2 stops44h 00mAir Canada
Sun 5/254:55 pmSAN - RUH
2 stops41h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$6,200
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/152:00 amRUH - SAN
3 stops30h 15mSWISS
Sun 5/256:30 amSAN - RUH
3 stops27h 25mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$7,980

Find flights from Riyadh to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to San Diego 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 February 21, 2025.

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Depart

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Price

RiyadhSan Diego

RUH - SAN

RUHSAN

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/1

12:35 am-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 15m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

4:40 pm-6:35 am

1 stop27h 55m

$953

RiyadhSan Diego

RUH - SAN

RUHSAN

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/2

11:55 pm-5:11 pm

3 stops27h 16m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

10:10 am-7:20 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,926

RiyadhSan Diego

RUH - SAN

RUHSAN

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/1

3:40 am-2:59 pm

3 stops45h 19m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

10:00 pm-2:10 am

2 stops42h 10m

$2,205

RiyadhSan Diego

RUH - SAN

RUHSAN

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 5/16

5:00 am-6:09 pm

2 stops23h 09m

San Diego

Sun 5/25

9:23 am-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$5,212

RiyadhSan Diego

RUH - SAN

RUHSAN

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 5/15

2:00 am-12:00 pm

2 stops44h 00m

San Diego

Sun 5/25

4:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$6,200

RiyadhSan Diego

RUH - SAN

RUHSAN

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 5/15

2:00 am-10:15 pm

3 stops30h 15m

San Diego

Sun 5/25

6:30 am-7:55 pm

3 stops27h 25m

$7,980

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Deals found on 2/21

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Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
775 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,756 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,762 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to San Diego round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $953. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $2,205 and $5,212, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Riyadh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 2 airlines flying from Riyadh to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to San Diego. 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 February 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$749Average$1,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$929Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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