177 € Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Edinburgh

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

Riyadh to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Riyadh to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found177 €
Cheapest month to flyDecember

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Edinburgh is 177 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from 177 €.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Edinburgh is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, 19 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh three hours behind Riyadh.

  • To ensure you catch your RUH to EDI flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RUH and EDI include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is 81 €. A return fare right now is 177 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RUH to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from RUH to EDI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

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

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RUH arrive on schedule 86.76% of the time.

  • 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 catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to EDI if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key highlights.

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