Riyadh to Abu Dhabi Flights
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.
Weather in Riyadh and Abu Dhabi
Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.
Riyadh
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon37° / 26°
- Tue36° / 25°
- Wed36° / 25°
Abu Dhabi
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon37° / 27°
- Tue37° / 28°
- Wed38° / 28°
Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.
Holidays and peak dates for Abu Dhabi
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
Busiest periods: Peak tourist season (cooler weather) (01 Nov – 31 Mar), New Year period (20 Dec – 05 Jan).
- 02DecUAE National DayWednesday
- 03DecUAE National Day holidayThursday
- 01JanNew Year's DayFriday
Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.
How to travel Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
Air distance is about 805 km. 12 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.
Qatar Airways Flights
- Fares from
- SAR 778
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 29 in the list above
Gulf Air Flights
- Fares from
- SAR 775
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 18 in the list above
Flynas Flights
- Fares from
- SAR 313
- Non-stop
- 5 in these results
- Departures
- 15 in the list above
Emirates Airlines Flights
- Fares from
- SAR 764
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 13 in the list above
Saudia Flights
- Fares from
- SAR 323
- Non-stop
- 5 in these results
- Departures
- 11 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
| Fastest flight duration | 1h 40m · Etihad Airways |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 00:55 · Flynas |
| Last departure of the day | 23:45 · Flynas |
| Flight options found | 103 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 15 |
| Airport codes | Riyadh–RUH, Abu Dhabi–AUH |
Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.
Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 103 flight options, 15 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 00:55 and the last around 23:45. The fastest flight takes about 1h 40m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from SAR 313, Night from SAR 323, Morning from SAR 323, Evening from SAR 579. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Riyadh
Riyadh is spread over a wide area, so choosing a few linked stops works better than trying to cross it repeatedly. The National Museum and Al Masmak Fortress introduce different periods of Saudi history; Diriyah, west of the centre, shows Najdi building traditions. Kingdom Centre supplies a city view. King Khalid International Airport is north of town, and the Yellow metro line gives some travellers an alternative to the road trip.
Read more about Riyadh
What's new in Riyadh
- January 2026: The redeveloped International Terminal 2 opened at King Khalid Airport, completing the Terminals 1 and 2 improvement project.
- February 2026: Airport operations were reassigned, putting foreign international airlines in Terminal 5 and changing the arrival point for many overseas travellers.
Tips for travellers from India
Olaya is useful for a stay centred on offices and Kingdom Centre, while Diriyah requires a separate western excursion. The National Museum and Al Masmak Fortress belong to the older southern part of Riyadh, so grouping them reduces repeated cross-city transfers. The Yellow metro line provides an airport link, but a final interchange or road connection may still be necessary for the hotel.
Airport terminal advice published before February 2026 can point passengers to the wrong building. Match the airline’s updated terminal to the relevant metro stop or taxi destination. Terminals 1 and 2 handle Saudi carriers’ international operations; Terminals 3 and 4 serve their domestic flights. A domestic connection can therefore involve a change of building even when the same carrier operates both legs. Diriyah’s At-Turaif heritage area and dining district have their own booking arrangements, so select the intended attraction rather than assuming one admission covers the entire development. Plan the outdoor heritage visit separately from an indoor National Museum afternoon.
Best time to visit Riyadh
November to March, roughly 10–28°C, for outdoor districts.
Places to visit in Riyadh
How to reach Riyadh
By Air: King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is about 35 km north of central Riyadh; road trips often take 30–45 minutes. Yellow Line metro stations, taxis and app-based cars serve the airport.
By Rail: Riyadh Metro Yellow Line links airport terminals with King Abdullah Financial District; other lines meet across the network.
By Road: Intercity coaches and highways connect Riyadh with other Saudi cities; taxis cover long cross-town trips.
What to do in Riyadh
Explore the galleries at the National Museum of Saudi Arabia.
Walk the historic streets around Al Masmak Fortress.
Visit the At-Turaif district in Diriyah.
See Riyadh from Kingdom Centre.
Riyadh airport information
King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Following the February 2026 reassignment, Terminals 1 and 2 serve Saudi airlines’ international flights, Terminals 3 and 4 their domestic services, and Terminal 5 foreign airlines’ international flights. Indian airlines are foreign carriers in Saudi Arabia, so their Riyadh flights use Terminal 5.
About Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi spreads its main sights across the Corniche, Saadiyat Island and the district around Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Louvre Abu Dhabi gives an art-focused half day, while Qasr Al Watan explains the setting of a working presidential palace. These places are too far apart for a continuous walk, so a planned bus or taxi route saves time. Travellers from India arriving at Zayed International Airport can begin with a single district and leave the longer crossing for another day.
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What's new in Abu Dhabi
- November 2025: Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi opened on Saadiyat Island, adding science and natural-history galleries to the island’s museum circuit.
- December 2025: Zayed National Museum opened to the public, giving visitors six permanent galleries exploring the UAE and its founding president.
Tips for travellers from India
A Corniche hotel suits waterfront walks and the central island, whereas Saadiyat accommodation makes the museum district easier to reach. Yas Island is a different choice, geared towards its parks and entertainment venues. The airport is on the mainland, so the transfer to each area follows a different route; name the island as well as the hotel when arranging a pickup.
Build one day around Saadiyat instead of alternating its museums with Qasr Al Watan at the western end of Abu Dhabi island. Louvre Abu Dhabi’s galleries and outdoor dome spaces reward different pacing, especially when combining it with another museum. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque also belongs in its own part of the schedule because it is away from both clusters. Qasr Al Watan is within a working presidential compound, making its official visitor calendar particularly relevant when selecting a ticket. The Corniche is the flexible walking component between these scheduled visits, while airport bus timetables help determine whether a central bus stop is useful for the final hotel connection.
Best time to visit Abu Dhabi
November to March, about 18–29°C, for the Corniche and open-air sites.
Places to visit in Abu Dhabi
How to reach Abu Dhabi
By Air: Zayed International Airport (AUH) is about 30 km from central Abu Dhabi; allow roughly 30–40 minutes by road. City buses, official taxis and app-based cars serve arrivals.
By Road: Abu Dhabi city buses serve the centre; intercity coaches link Abu Dhabi with Dubai and other emirates.
What to do in Abu Dhabi
Tour the galleries at Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Visit Qasr Al Watan and its public rooms.
Walk a section of Abu Dhabi Corniche.
See Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque during visitor hours.
Abu Dhabi airport information
Zayed International Airport (AUH).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Riyadh to Abu Dhabi dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at SAR 313. This can change from week to week.
How far is Riyadh from Abu Dhabi by air?
The direct air distance between Riyadh (RUH) and Abu Dhabi (AUH) is about 805 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from RUH to AUH?
Yes. 15 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?
Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Flynas, Emirates Airlines and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?
The quickest non-stop Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flight on this page takes about 1h 40m. Non-stop flights here take between 1h 40m and 2h 5m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 23KG (23 KG X 1 pcs), 25 KG and 30 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flight fare?
The lowest Riyadh to Abu Dhabi fare on this page is SAR 313. Fares on the same dates run up to SAR 19,409, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Riyadh to Abu Dhabi flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 00:55 and the last around 23:45, local time at Riyadh. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay. If it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.
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Approx route distance: 805.38 km.
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Lowest Riyadh to Abu Dhabi airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | SAR 313 | 30/10/2026 | Flynas | 14:20 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | SAR 307 | 07/11/2026 | Flynas | 14:20 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | SAR 297 | 06/01/2027 | Flynas | 14:20 |
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Riyadh to Abu Dhabi Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi is about 805 KM. In these results, journey times range from 1h 40m to 28h 55m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Riyadh to Abu Dhabi Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 103 flight options, 15 of them non-stop. The first departure from Riyadh is at 00:55 and the last is at 23:45. Flights leave from King Khaled Intl and land at Abu Dhabi International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Riyadh to Abu Dhabi |
| Aerial Distance | 805 KM |
| Flight Duration | 1h 40m - 28h 55m |
| Airport Codes | Riyadh - RUH, Abu Dhabi - AUH |
| Total Flights Available | 103 flights15 direct88 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 00:55 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 23:45 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 29 flights3 direct26 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 28 flights5 direct23 with layovers |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 11 flights2 direct9 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 10 flights2 direct8 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 25 flights3 direct22 with layovers |
Airport Information & Terminals
AUH: Abu Dhabi airport. Abu Dhabi airport transfer is usually easiest by taxi or official airport cab, especially with family baggage or late arrivals. Check hotel area before paying because business districts, residential zones and event venues can sit far apart.
