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Flights from Riyadh to Dubai

Prices for flights from Riyadh to Dubai usually start at $138 for a return trip. Get more information on the route, airports, and weather below, or start the search by selecting your travel dates.
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Route details

868 km
Distance

Flight prices to Dubai

$138 – $151
Price range (Roundtrip)

Direct flights to Dubai

Ethiopian Airlines
Emirates
Saudia
Flydubai
and 3 more airlines

Weather now

☀️
+93°F
Clear sky

Airports

DXB
11km
DWC
36km

Flight prices from Riyadh to Dubai

Price range

You can usually book a return flight from Riyadh to Dubai for that amount:
From:
Riyadh
London
Dammam
Jeddah
New York
$138 – $151
$138
Cheap
$144
Average price
$151
Expensive
The majority of our users select flights from Riyadh to Dubai in this price range, so these prices are considered normal. If you find flights priced higher than $151, they are probably more expensive than usual. To find cheap flights at the best prices, we advise you to search early, using our flexible dates feature.
Lars
Founder, CEO
The price range is not that different ($138 – $151), so it is considered quite stable. Perhaps you can book when you are ready, but typically it’s best to buy the ticket 2-3 weeks before the departure.
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Which is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

Here are approximate min and max prices for Riyadh to Dubai flight (one-way) at the moment:
We have analyzed the prices and it seems that December might be the cheapest month to go, with approximate prices from $61 to $124. Meanwhile, the most expensive month will probably be January with a price range of $62 – $124.
Lars
Founder, CEO
If you search now, probably the cheapest month to go would be December. Use the Trip Period feature to select the whole month.
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Anton
Founder, CPO
Want to find the cheapest date combination to Dubai if you have flexibility? Just select the number of days and pick a month!
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Is Dubai an expensive destination?

We have compared flights from Riyadh to Dubai with other routes:
Below average
Price per kilometer: 0.17 $ / km
Flight prices to Dubai ($138 – $151) are lower than average compared to other destinations.

Direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai

There are 7 airlines that fly directly from Riyadh to Dubai: Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Saudia, Flydubai, Dragonair Cargo, FAI rent-a-jet, flynas if you are departing from Riyadh. Most airlines that have direct connections are departing from King Khalid International Airport. Most airlines arrive to Dubai International Airport. Most flights depart on Friday, Wednesday.

Airlines that have direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai

Ethiopian Airlines
RUH
DXB
SU
MO
TU
WE
TH
FR
SA
Emirates
RUH
DXB
SU
MO
TU
WE
TH
FR
SA
Saudia
0
RUH
DXB
SU
MO
TU
WE
TH
FR
SA
Flydubai
RUH
DXB
SU
MO
TU
WE
TH
FR
SA
Dragonair Cargo
RUH
DXB
SU
MO
TU
WE
TH
FR
SA
FAI rent-a-jet
RUH
DXB
SU
MO
TU
WE
TH
FR
SA
flynas
RUH
DXB
SU
MO
TU
WE
TH
FR
SA
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Airlines that have connecting flights from Riyadh to Dubai

There are 10 other airlines that fly from Riyadh to Dubai, including flynas, FAI rent-a-jet, Flydubai, Saudia and others.
flynas
FAI rent-a-jet
Flydubai
Saudia
Lars
Founder, CEO
Most airlines that have direct connections are departing from King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Most airlines arrive to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Most flights depart on Friday, Wednesday.
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Airports in Dubai and Riyadh

Dubai has 2 airports and Riyadh has 1 airport.
Dubai
Riyadh
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
http://www.dubaiairports.ae/
11 km from Dubai city center.
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Taxi
~20 Min.
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Bus
~95 Min.
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Train
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Shuttle
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Subway
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7 airlines with direct flights
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
36 km from Dubai city center.
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Taxi
~40 Min.
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Bus
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Train
~150 Min.
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Shuttle
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Subway
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Which airport in Dubai is better?

The closest airport to Dubai city center is Dubai International Airport (DXB) with 11 km distance. The quickest way to get to city center is to take a bus from Dubai International Airport (DXB), trip will take 95 min. Most airlines like Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Saudia, Flydubai, Dragonair Cargo, FAI rent-a-jet, flynas with direct flights are flying to Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Lars
Founder, CEO
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is usually the main choice for traveling to Dubai. If you want to get to Dubai faster, use the bus. The trip will take about 95 min.
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Where to stay in Dubai

Find the right accommodation in Dubai with Avionero:
8.9
Fairmont Dubai
PO Box 97555 Sheikh Zayed Road
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Free Parking • Parking • 24-Hour Reception
8.6
Park Regis Boutique Hotel
325 Road, Al Thany Street Jumeirah
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Non-Smoking Rooms • Elevator / Lift
8.0
City Seasons Towers Hotel Bur Dubai
Khalifa Bin Zayed Road, Mankhool, Next to Burjuman Mall , P.O.Box-5847
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Free Parking • Parking • 24-Hour Reception
7.9
Lavender Hotel By Gloria Hotels And Resorts
40b St, Al Jazeera Street
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Non-Smoking Rooms
8.1
Oaks Liwa Heights
Sheikh Zayed Road,
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Free Parking • Parking • Swimming pool
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Tips on how to find cheap flights to Dubai

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Planning a trip from Riyadh to Dubai? Check the weather

16 Days Weather Forecast

Here’s how the weather in Dubai looks currently:
Thu, 19 September
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+93°F
Clear sky
6 m/s
53 %
Fri, 20 September
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+93°F
Clear sky
7 m/s
47 %
Sat, 21 September
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+93°F
Clear sky
7 m/s
45 %
Sun, 22 September
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+95°F
Clear sky
5 m/s
41 %
Mon, 23 September
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+93°F
Clear sky
6 m/s
56 %
Tue, 24 September
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+95°F
Clear sky
6 m/s
56 %
Wed, 25 September
☀️
+93°F
Clear sky
5 m/s
56 %
Thu, 26 September
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+93°F
Clear sky
4 m/s
51 %
Fri, 27 September
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+100°F
Clear sky
6 m/s
35 %
Sat, 28 September
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+95°F
Clear sky
7 m/s
51 %
Sun, 29 September
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+95°F
Clear sky
6 m/s
48 %
Mon, 30 September
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+95°F
Clear sky
8 m/s
45 %
Tue, 01 October
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+93°F
Clear sky
7 m/s
45 %
Wed, 02 October
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+93°F
Clear sky
8 m/s
51 %
Thu, 03 October
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+91°F
Clear sky
6 m/s
47 %
Fri, 04 October
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+93°F
Clear sky
7 m/s
46 %

Monthly weather

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Dubai will be like?
Still thinking when to go? Read when is the best time to visit Dubai.

CO₂-e emission on the Riyadh – Dubai route

Here are typical CO₂-e emissions on a return flight to Dubai:
320 kg320 kg320 kg
From 320 kg to 320 kg is the approximate amount of CO₂ equivalents emitted on the Riyadh to Dubai route. The exact figure depends on the number of stops, the type of airplane and its capacity.
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16 - 16 trees
are needed to absorb those emissions (approximation, source: Climate Neutral Group)

Offset CO2-e emission on Riyadh – Dubai flight

To reduce your own impact from flying to Dubai, you can also compensate for it. This means that you sponsor projects that reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by the same estimated amount that your flight emits:
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Reforrestation
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Read more on KlimatKompensera

FAQ

Flying from Riyadh to Dubai? Here are some useful things to know:
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What airports does Dubai has?
There are 2 of airports in Dubai: Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport. The closest one is Dubai International Airport which is 11 km away.
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How far is it between Riyadh and Dubai by plane?
Dubai is around 868 km away from Riyadh.
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How long does it take to travel from Riyadh to Dubai?
You should expect a flight time of around – .
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When should I fly to Dubai from Riyadh?
The busiest and most costly travel period from Riyadh to Dubai is usually , while the cheapest month is . If you travel now, the weather in Dubai is Clear sky, +93°F.
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How much is the flight from Riyadh to Dubai?
Typically a return flight from Riyadh to Dubai costs $69 – $159.
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How good the weather is in Dubai?
The coldest month is January with an average temperature of +68°F. The hottest month is July with an average temperature of +97°F. Right now it is +93°F and Clear sky in Dubai.
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Is there a direct connection between Riyadh and Dubai?
Yes, there are direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai. You can fly to Dubai 7 days a week: Friday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Monday, Sunday, Saturday, Thursday.
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Which airlines offer direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai?
Here are the airlines that have direct connections from Riyadh to Dubai: Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Saudia, Flydubai, Dragonair Cargo, FAI rent-a-jet, flynas.
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About Avionero

Avionero is a Swedish travel planning startup located in Malmo, founded by Lars Kristensson and Anton Tyulenev.
Using our smart AI Search engine, we combine millions of flight, hotel, and activity options for your trip to Dubai.

4 things to know about Avionero:

We provide the most flexible search
We have the largest inventory of flights
We are not the sellers, but aggregators of flights, hotels & activities
We do not track you to raise prices