Cheap flights from Riyadh to Istanbul from £70

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15:25 - 19:50RUH-IST
4h 25mdirect
flyadeal Logo
20:50 - 00:40IST-RUH
3h 50mdirect
£82flyadeal
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Sat, 13 Sep - Sat, 20 Sep
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02:00 - 12:05RUH-IST
10h 05m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
15:25 - 22:50IST-RUH
7h 25m1 stop
£131SAUDIA
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Wed, 17 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
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02:00 - 12:05RUH-IST
10h 05m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
16:25 - 20:50IST-RUH
4h 25mdirect
£132SAUDIA
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Wed, 17 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
SAUDIA Logo
06:00 - 13:45RUH-IST
7h 45m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
15:25 - 22:50IST-RUH
7h 25m1 stop
£135SAUDIA
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Sat, 13 Sep - Sat, 20 Sep
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06:00 - 13:45RUH-IST
7h 45m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
16:25 - 20:50IST-RUH
4h 25mdirect
£137SAUDIA
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Sat, 13 Sep - Sat, 20 Sep
SAUDIA Logo
02:00 - 12:05RUH-IST
10h 05m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
16:25 - 20:50IST-RUH
4h 25mdirect
£140SAUDIA
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Wed, 17 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep
SAUDIA Logo
02:00 - 12:05RUH-IST
10h 05m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
04:45 - 09:10IST-RUH
4h 25mdirect
£144SAUDIA
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Fri, 22 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
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16:05 - 19:55RUH-IST
3h 50mdirect
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20:50 - 00:40IST-RUH
3h 50mdirect
Sat, 23 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
Turkish Airlines Logo
01:25 - 05:50RUH-IST
4h 25mdirect
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20:15 - 00:20IST-RUH
4h 05mdirect
£190Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 3 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
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06:10 - 10:30RUH-IST
4h 20mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:40 - 04:40IST-RUH
4h 00mdirect
£199Turkish Airlines
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Sat, 23 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug

SAUDIA flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

Our best SAUDIA deals on Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
SAUDIA
17 Sept
RUH02:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 05m
1 stop
IST12:05Istanbul
22 Sept
IST15:25Istanbul
7h 25m
1 stop
RUH22:50Riyadh King Khaled Intl
SAUDIA
17 Sept
RUH02:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 05m
1 stop
IST12:05Istanbul
22 Sept
IST16:25Istanbul
4h 25m
RUH20:50Riyadh King Khaled Intl
SAUDIA
13 Sept
RUH06:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl
7h 45m
1 stop
IST13:45Istanbul
20 Sept
IST15:25Istanbul
7h 25m
1 stop
RUH22:50Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Turkish Airlines flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
3 Sept
RUH01:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl
4h 25m
IST05:50Istanbul
18 Sept
IST20:15Istanbul
4h 05m
RUH00:20Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Turkish Airlines
23 Aug
RUH06:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl
4h 20m
IST10:30Istanbul
27 Aug
IST00:40Istanbul
4h 00m
RUH04:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Turkish Airlines
12 Oct
RUH01:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl
4h 25m
IST05:50Istanbul
18 Oct
IST01:10Istanbul
4h 05m
RUH05:15Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 13/9

15:25-19:50

Nonstop4h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

20:50-00:40

Nonstop3h 50m

£82

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 17/9

02:00-12:05

1 stop10h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 22/9

15:25-22:50

1 stop7h 25m

£131

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 17/9

02:00-12:05

1 stop10h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 22/9

16:25-20:50

Nonstop4h 25m

£132

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 13/9

06:00-13:45

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

15:25-22:50

1 stop7h 25m

£135

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 13/9

06:00-13:45

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

16:25-20:50

Nonstop4h 25m

£137

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 17/9

02:00-12:05

1 stop10h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 23/9

16:25-20:50

Nonstop4h 25m

£140

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 22/8

02:00-12:05

1 stop10h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 28/8

04:45-09:10

Nonstop4h 25m

£144

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 23/8

16:05-19:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 28/8

20:50-00:40

Nonstop3h 50m

£145

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 3/9

01:25-05:50

Nonstop4h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 18/9

20:15-00:20

Nonstop4h 05m

£190

RiyadhIstanbul

RUH - IST

RUHIST

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 23/8

06:10-10:30

Nonstop4h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 27/8

00:40-04:40

Nonstop4h 00m

£199

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £131. If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport during the month of October, then departing from Riyadh during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £147.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Istanbul Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as £313. The most expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around £502.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Flying to Istanbul Airport from Riyadh in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £183 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are £395 on average. Flights to Istanbul Airport from Riyadh at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Riyadh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around £175 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Riyadh for as low as £141 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flight.

How have Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Riyadh to Istanbul Airport (RUH to IST) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£70

Fastest flight time

3h 50m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Riyadh in the past 72 hours is £70. The best return flight deal from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £82.
The fastest flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 50m
Direct flights go from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport every day.

  • How far is Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul by plane?

    A flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Istanbul will travel around 1541.6 mi. 3h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport?


Best airlines flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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AjetPriceFrom £63Free CancellationRating
6.1
13 reviews
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flynasPriceFrom £83Free CancellationRating
6.9
91 reviews
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flyadealPriceFrom £88Free CancellationRating
6.6
76 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £111Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,933 reviews
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SAUDIAPriceFrom £115Free CancellationRating
7.4
627 reviews
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Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom £116Free CancellationRating
6.7
637 reviews
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  • SAUDIA Flights From Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

    SAUDIA is one of the most popular airlines flying from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport, operating 14 flights/week on average for this route. A good SAUDIA flight deal for Riyadh to Istanbul Airport starts from £152 round-trip, up to an average price of £324. Our users have rated SAUDIA at 7.4/10.

  • Turkish Airlines Flights From Riyadh to Istanbul Airport

    Another popular option for Riyadh to Istanbul Airport flights is Turkish Airlines (7.3/10, 3,933 ratings). Turkish Airlines flies from Riyadh to Istanbul Airport around 20 times per week, with deals starting from £147 round-trip and rising to an average price of around £297.


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