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Route details
2443 km
Distance
Flight prices to Istanbul
$150 – $236
Price range (Roundtrip)
Direct flights to Istanbul
and 1 more airline
Weather now
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+73°F
Few clouds
Airports
IST
14km
SAW
31km
ISL
35km
Flight prices from Riyadh to Istanbul
Price range
You can usually book a return flight from Riyadh to Istanbul for that amount:
From:
Riyadh
Dammam
London
Toronto
Jeddah
$150 – $236
$150
Cheap
$179
Average price
$236
Expensive
Our users typically choose flights from Riyadh to Istanbul within this price range. If you come across prices over $236, they are likely to be more expensive than usual. To find cheap flights at the best price, we recommend searching early, using our flexible dates feature.
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Founder, CEO
The price range is not that different ($150 – $236), 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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Flight examples
Here are different examples (return flights) for those prices:
FAI rent-a-jet
In a month
RUH
IST
Direct, 4h 25m
$162
2 months ago
2443 km
Distance
4h 25m
Duration
Which is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?
Here are approximate min and max prices for Riyadh to Istanbul flight (one-way) at the moment:
We have analyzed the prices and it seems that April might be the cheapest month to go, with approximate prices from $76 to $79. Meanwhile, the most expensive month will probably be January with a price range of $174 – $190.
Lars
Founder, CEO
Based on our estimations, the cheapest month is likely to be April. Did you know that you can search for a whole month? Try it.
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7 - 14 nights
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Founder, CPO
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Is Istanbul an expensive destination?
We have compared flights from Riyadh to Istanbul with other routes:
Below average
Price per kilometer: 0.07 $ / km
Flight prices to Istanbul ($150 – $236) are lower than average compared to other destinations.
Recently found flights
Return
One-Way
01 Oct (Tue) - 09 Oct (Wed)01 Oct (Tue) + nights
12:25
RUHDirect
16:50
IST23:10
IST1 stop
17:15
RUH$162
Found 2 months ago
Direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
There are 5 airlines that fly directly from Riyadh to Istanbul: Turkish Airlines, Saudia, FAI rent-a-jet, flynas, Pegasus if you are departing from Riyadh. Most airlines that have direct connections are departing from King Khalid International Airport. Most airlines arrive to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Most flights depart on Saturday, Thursday.
Airlines that have direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
FAI rent-a-jet
RUH
IST
LU
MA
MI
JU
VI
SÁ
DO
Pegasus
RUH
SAW
LU
MA
MI
JU
VI
SÁ
DO
The above ratings are provided by Trustpilot.
Airlines that have connecting flights from Riyadh to Istanbul
There are 10 other airlines that fly from Riyadh to Istanbul, including Flydubai, Saudia, British Airways, Emirates and others.
Flydubai
Saudia
British Airways
Emirates
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Founder, CEO
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Airports in Istanbul and Riyadh
Istanbul has 3 airports and Riyadh has 1 airport.
Istanbul
Riyadh
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
http://www.ataturkairport.com/14 km from Istanbul city center.
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Taxi~30 Min.
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Bus--
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Train--
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Shuttle~32 Min.
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Subway--
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
31 km from Istanbul city center.
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Taxi~30 Min.
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Bus~115 Min.
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Shuttle~30 Min.
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Subway~70 Min.
Istanbul Airport (ISL)
http://istanbulhavalimani.aero/35 km from Istanbul city center.
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Taxi--
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Which airport in Istanbul is better?
The closest airport to Istanbul city center is Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) with 14 km distance. The quickest way to get to city center is to take a shuttle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), trip will take 32 min. Most airlines like Turkish Airlines, Saudia, FAI rent-a-jet, flynas with direct flights are flying to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
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Founder, CEO
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Where to stay in Istanbul
Find the right accommodation in Istanbul with Avionero:
8.2
Santa Ottoman Hotel
Istiklal Cad. Kurabiye Sok. No:1 Taksim
24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Elevator / Lift • Mini Bar • Currency Exchange
7.0
Ata Hotel Kumburgaz
Merkez Mah.Umut Cad.No:1
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Swimming pool • Safe-Deposit Box • Conference Room(s)
8.7
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah.
WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Fitness Room/Gym • Airport shuttle
8.0
Star Hotel Istanbul
Cankurtaran Mah. Akbiyik Cad No:16
WiFi • Parking • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Multilingual Staff
7.9
Parmada Hotel Old City
Kemalpasa Mahallesi, Ordu Cadddesi No:74 Laleli, Fatih
24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Elevator / Lift • Dry Cleaning • Currency Exchange
Tips on how to find cheap flights to Istanbul
Some useful advice on how to save money when using Avionero:
Planning a trip from Riyadh to Istanbul? Check the weather
16 Days Weather Forecast
Here’s how the weather in Istanbul looks currently:
Thu, 19 September
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+73°F
Few clouds
6 m/s
54 %
Fri, 20 September
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+73°F
Rain
7 m/s
54 %
Sat, 21 September
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+73°F
Rain
7 m/s
59 %
Sun, 22 September
☁️
+77°F
Broken clouds
6 m/s
41 %
Mon, 23 September
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+72°F
Rain
4 m/s
53 %
Tue, 24 September
☁️
+75°F
Broken clouds
3 m/s
43 %
Wed, 25 September
⛅️
+75°F
Few clouds
4 m/s
41 %
Thu, 26 September
☁️
+79°F
Scattered clouds
7 m/s
32 %
Fri, 27 September
☀️
+79°F
Clear sky
7 m/s
49 %
Sat, 28 September
☁️
+77°F
Broken clouds
5 m/s
68 %
Sun, 29 September
⛅️
+77°F
Few clouds
5 m/s
56 %
Mon, 30 September
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+73°F
Rain
7 m/s
65 %
Tue, 01 October
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+75°F
Rain
7 m/s
59 %
Wed, 02 October
☁️
+75°F
Scattered clouds
5 m/s
62 %
Thu, 03 October
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+73°F
Broken clouds
6 m/s
65 %
Fri, 04 October
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+75°F
Rain
7 m/s
66 %
Monthly weather
Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Istanbul will be like?
Istanbul in JanuaryIstanbul in FebruaryIstanbul in MarchIstanbul in AprilIstanbul in MayIstanbul in June
Istanbul in JulyIstanbul in AugustIstanbul in SeptemberIstanbul in OctoberIstanbul in NovemberIstanbul in December
Still thinking when to go? Read when is the best time to visit Istanbul.
CO₂-e emission on the Riyadh – Istanbul route
Here are typical CO₂-e emissions on a return flight to Istanbul:
891 kg891 kg891 kg
From 891 kg to 891 kg is the approximate amount of CO₂ equivalents emitted on the Riyadh to Istanbul route. The exact figure depends on the number of stops, the type of airplane and its capacity.
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45 - 45 trees
are needed to absorb those emissions (approximation, source: Climate Neutral Group)
Offset CO2-e emission on Riyadh – Istanbul flight
To reduce your own impact from flying to Istanbul, 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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FAQ
Flying from Riyadh to Istanbul? Here are some useful things to know:
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What airports does Istanbul has?
There are 3 of airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul Airport. The closest one is Istanbul Ataturk Airport which is 14 km away.
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How far is it between Riyadh and Istanbul by plane?
Istanbul is around 2443 km away from Riyadh.
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How long is the flight from Riyadh to Istanbul?
The average flight time from Riyadh to Istanbul is between and .
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When should I fly to Istanbul from Riyadh?
The busiest and most costly travel period from Riyadh to Istanbul is usually , while the cheapest month is . If you travel now, the weather in Istanbul is Few clouds, +73°F.
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How much does it cost to fly from Riyadh to Istanbul?
The following factors could affect the price: seasonality, how early you book your flight, luggage inclusion, direct verses stopover flight, etc.
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How good the weather is in Istanbul?
The coldest month is February with an average temperature of +43°F. The hottest month is August with an average temperature of +77°F. Right now it is +73°F and Few clouds in Istanbul.
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Is there a direct connection between Riyadh and Istanbul?
Yes, there are direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul. You can fly to Istanbul 7 days a week: Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Friday, Monday, Sunday.
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Which airlines offer direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul?
Here are the airlines that have direct connections from Riyadh to Istanbul: Turkish Airlines, Saudia, FAI rent-a-jet, flynas, Pegasus.
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 Istanbul.
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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
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