Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, Compare and Book easily

Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Lowest recent price
£66
Direct flight duration 1 hour 45 min
Direct airlines Etihad Airways, Saudi Arabian Airlines
Arrival airports AUH / ZVJ / XSB
Best days to book Tuesday, Saturday
Average over the last 30 days
£73

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Best Price

Saudi Arabian Airlines

10 Dec, Thu

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

6h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

£66

Cheapest Direct Flight

Etihad Airways

10 Nov, Tue

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Etihad Airways

13 Nov, Fri

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Etihad Airways

14 Nov, Sat

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Etihad Airways

17 Nov, Tue

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Etihad Airways

1 Dec, Tue

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Etihad Airways

6 Dec, Sun

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Etihad Airways

8 Dec, Tue

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Etihad Airways

11 Dec, Fri

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

1h 40m

Non-stop

RUH–AUH

£92

Last update: 26 October 2026 01:32

Direct flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Abu Dhabi Flights

Cheapest Day10 December Thursday

Best Price

£66

Average Price

£118

£389

£66

£389

30Fri

Oct

£106

02Mon

Nov

£98

03Tue

£139

04Wed

£164

05Thu

£121

07Sat

£98

08Sun

£92

10Tue

£139

11Wed

£92

13Fri

£92

14Sat

£96

16Mon

£92

17Tue

£121

21Sat

£112

23Mon

£92

01Tue

Dec

£121

02Wed

£92

06Sun

£96

07Mon

£92

08Tue

£66

10Thu

£92

11Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

Best LCC Middle East
Flexible Rebooking
Wide Domestic Network

Lowest Fares
Hajj & Umrah Specialist
Easy Mobile Booking

Star Alliance Member
Complimentary Meals
2x23kg Baggage

Full Service with Meals
23kg Free Baggage
SkyTeam Member

Turkey's LCC Leader
Digital-First Airline
Wide Turkish Network

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center

King Khalid Intl. Airport

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.

Taxi

Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.

Bus Services

Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.

Metro

Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.

Hotel Shuttles

Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.

Rental Car

For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.

Transportation to Abu Dhabi City Center from Airport

Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers east of the city center. You can easily reach the city center by shuttle bus, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from companies located in the city center and at the airport.

Airport Shuttle

Some airline companies flying to Abu Dhabi International Airport offer a free 24-hour shuttle service which you can benefit to go both to the airport and the city center.

City Bus

You can reach the city by taking buses A1, which depart from the airport every 40 minutes.

Taxi

Taxi is one of the alternatives that can be considered to reach the city. The most common means of transport in Abu Dhabi is taxi. However, since demand is high, you can wait for a long time under heat. Almost all the taxis accept credit cards. If you are traveling for business purposes, buying a voucher may be beneficial.

Car Rental

Renting a car is one of the most reasonable options for transportation in Abu Dhabi. Because the United Arab Emirates is a fortunate country in terms of oil reserves, oil prices are quite low. If you want to take advantage of this, it is possible to find many car rental offices in the city center and at the airport.

Abu Dhabi Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today

Sunday

25 Oct

Clear

35°28°

Monday

26 Oct

Fog

35°28°

Tuesday

27 Oct

Clear

35°30°

Wednesday

28 Oct

Clear

34°28°

Thursday

29 Oct

Cloudy

34°26°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Riyadh Abu Dhabi

More Information About Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi City Guide

Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi Bus Station

Sir Bani Yas Island Airport

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wingie offer the cheapest Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights?

When you search for Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights?

For Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport, Riyadh Bus Station as departure airport, and Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Abu Dhabi and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Riyadh-Abu Dhabi is 774 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 30 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Abu Dhabi flights is Saturday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Abu Dhabi?

Saudi Arabian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Flynas organizes direct flights between Riyadh-Abu Dhabi.

Riyadh-Abu Dhabi: which airline is better value on this route?

On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Saudi Arabian Airlines starts from approximately £62.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Gulf Air	£125	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Saudi Arabian Airlines	£62	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage
Qatar Airways	£133	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Etihad Airways	£78	No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Flynas	£72	Paid Change (up to 4 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (56x36x23 cm)