Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Riyadh

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Riyadh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in May.

Edinburgh to Riyadh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Riyadh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riyadh.

Edinburgh to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$658
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Riyadh is $658. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from $658.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Riyadh is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Riyadh Airport on Monday, 19 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Riyadh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riyadh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Eurowings offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to King Khaled International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the popular stopovers between EDI and RUH:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • London Heathrow Airport

  • To see if you need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from EDI to RUH.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to King Khaled International Airport is $322. The cheapest price for a return flight is $658. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap flight tickets from EDI to RUH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flight tickets from Edinburgh Airport to King Khaled International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from EDI to RUH. You don't need to search every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll update you when there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Edinburgh Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The journey from central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After an easy way to start to your holiday? Stay near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to King Khaled International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

  • From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Riyadh in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.

  • Search for cheap flight tickets from EDI to RUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.

More about Riyadh

  • Once you've locked in your flights from EDI to RUH, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Riyadh. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • Kingdom Centre Tower and National Museum are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Riyadh itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Riyadh Zoo.

Complete your Riyadh trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to King Khaled International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Riyadh escape.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.