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Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai

Riyadh to Dubai: Alternative routes

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

Riyadh to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found87 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 59 mins
Most popular airlineSaudia
Average flights per week600

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Dubai is 87 €. 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.
1 hour and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Dubai.
Saudia, Emirates and Flynas fly direct from Riyadh to Dubai.
As of October 2025, there are 600 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Dubai is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Dubai Airport on Wednesday, 5 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 59 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 Dubai 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 Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, flyadeal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport.

  • The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Riyadh.

  • Each week, there are 229 King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, pick the 00:05 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:25 with flyadeal.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RUH to DXB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • There are direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport, so getting to Dubai (and then seeing more of United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.

  • Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to DXB flights. An impressive 92.78% of its services on this route arrive as planned.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between RUH and DXB include:

    • Bahrain International Airport

    • King Fahd International Airport

    • Kuwait International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is 43 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 87 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from RUH to DXB by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from RUH to DXB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near RUH? If you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to explore Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from RUH to DXB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.

  • Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.

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