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Gulf Region · 571 miles
Dubai to Riyadh Flights — DXB to RUH Airlines, Airports & Fare Tips
Searching for cheap flights from Dubai to Riyadh? Compare departures from Dubai International (DXB) to King Khalid International (RUH). Find the best time to book, top airlines, flight duration, and money-saving tips for your UAE to Saudi Arabia trip.
Which airport should you fly from?
Compare departure and arrival airports for the Dubai to Riyadh route.
DXB — Dubai
Dubai International (DXB)
Dubai Metro Red Line to city centre.
RUH — Riyadh
King Khalid International (RUH)
Riyadh Metro to city centre. Taxis widely available.
Airlines flying Dubai to Riyadh
Emirates, Saudia, and flydubai operate multiple daily flights between Dubai and Riyadh.
Flight duration & logistics
Nonstop flights from Dubai to Riyadh take approximately ~1h 40m. The distance is 571 miles. Around 20+ flights operate daily on this route.
- Flight time: ~1h 40m
- Time difference: +1h
- Daily flights: 20+
Money-saving tips for Dubai to Riyadh travel
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Book in advance
Multiple daily flights — flexible booking is easy.
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Compare airlines
Saudia and Emirates both serve this route frequently.
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Flexible dates
Avoid Ramadan and Eid peak periods for lower fares.
Riyadh — your destination
Discover what awaits after your flight from Dubai.
Why book with Tikitikita?
- Compare fares across DXB and RUH in one search
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- Prices shown include taxes and surcharges
Frequently asked questions
How long DXB to RUH?
~1h 40m nonstop. Distance ~571 miles.
Airlines Dubai–Riyadh?
Emirates, Saudia, flydubai.
Cheapest month DXB–RUH?
January and July.
Visa UAE to Saudi Arabia?
GCC residents can travel freely. Other nationals check visa requirements.
Best time to book?
1–3 weeks ahead — high frequency route.