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Flight deals from Riyadh to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Riyadh Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 683. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Istanbul.AED 302 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 31.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departing from Riyadh on Thu, Dec 31, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 302, select.

Istanbul.AED 346 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 10.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departing from Riyadh on Tue, Nov 10, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 346, select.

Istanbul.AED 349 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 30.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departing from Riyadh on Fri, Oct 30, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 349, select.

Istanbul.AED 375 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 21.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departing from Riyadh on Sun, Mar 21, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 375, select.

Istanbul.AED 387 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 20.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departing from Riyadh on Wed, Jan 20, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 387, select.

Istanbul.AED 391 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 2.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound direct flight with flyadeal departing from Riyadh on Tue, Feb 2, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 391, select.

Istanbul.AED 660 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 20.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Riyadh on Tue, Jul 20, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 660, select.

Istanbul.AED 663 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 4.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Riyadh on Fri, Jun 4, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 663, select.

Istanbul.AED 707 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 1.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departing from Riyadh on Wed, Sep 1, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 707, select.

Istanbul.AED 708 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 21.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departing from Riyadh on Wed, Apr 21, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 708, select.

Istanbul.AED 733 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 11.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Riyadh on Wed, Aug 11, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 733, select.

Istanbul.AED 734 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 3.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Riyadh on Mon, May 3, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 734, select.

Istanbul.AED 1,015 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 1.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Wed, Sep 1, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,015, select.

Istanbul.AED 1,030 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 27.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departing from Riyadh on Sun, Jun 27, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,030, select.

Istanbul.AED 1,039 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 20.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departing from Riyadh on Tue, Jul 20, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,039, select.

Istanbul.AED 1,042 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 21.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departing from Riyadh on Wed, Apr 21, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,042, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul

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

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Riyadh to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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34km from central Istanbul

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Riyadh to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 302
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	4 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	65

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Istanbul is AED 590. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul?

4 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Riyadh to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Flynas and Saudia fly direct from Riyadh to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Riyadh to Istanbul?

There are 65 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Istanbul, as of October 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Istanbul Airport on Thursday, December 3, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 12 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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 Istanbul 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Riyadh Airport to Istanbul?

Currently, flyadeal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

There are two international airports serving the city of Istanbul - Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. If you are looking to book flights from Riyadh to Istanbul you can make the journey to either of Istanbul’s airports. The carriers flying to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are Flynas and Turkish Airlines, while Saudia and Turkish Airlines fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

* This information is correct as of July 2017

Airport Information - Arriving

Istanbul Ataturk Airport is Istanbul’s main airport located around 25km from the city. The airport is comprised of two passenger terminals which are situated next to each other so you can transfer between terminals on foot easily. Once you have landed at the airport there are a number of ways to reach central Istanbul including by bus or metro if you don’t want to take a taxi. The airport itself offers a huge range of amenities and facilities with its wealth of shops, restaurants and cafes, so you won’t be lacking in things to do.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport is the secondary airport in Istanbul located roughly 35km outside of the city center. Getting from the airport into Istanbul is possible on public transport either by bus or ferry, although taxis are easily found if you want a direct route to your destination. The airport itself offers everything you would need in terms of amenities and services so you can find somewhere to eat or enjoy browsing through the shops.

Airport Information - Departing

King Khalid International Airport is situated around 35km outside of the city of Riyadh and is one of the largest airports in the world – home to 5 passenger terminals, although currently only 3 are in use. The most convenient way to reach the airport is by taxi, although you can find ample parking if you are driving yourself. At the airport you will find plenty of amenities and services so all of your needs are sure to be met whether it’s somewhere to sit down with a meal or shops to pick up some last-minute provisions.

What to Expect in Istanbul

The weather in Istanbul get hot over the summer but not quite as hot as it is in Riyadh, while over the winter it can get fairly cold so make sure you bring something warm with you. Saudi Arabian and UAE nationals flying to Turkey can arrange an eVisa over the internet before traveling which is valid for a period up to 90 days.