Search Flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Key numbers to know before you book

Lowest recent price
KWD 38
Direct flight duration 1 hour 55 min
Direct airlines Etihad Airways, Saudi Arabian Airlines
Arrival airports AUH / ZVJ / XSB
Best days to book Friday, Saturday
Average over the last 30 days
KWD 30

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Best Price

Saudi Arabian Airlines

25 Sep, Fri

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

13h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 21

Saudi Arabian Airlines

4 Oct, Sun

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

15h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 21

Shortest Flight

Saudi Arabian Airlines

26 Sep, Sat

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

6h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 21

Saudi Arabian Airlines

10 Sep, Thu

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

8h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 27

Saudi Arabian Airlines

1 Sep, Tue

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

6h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 28

Saudi Arabian Airlines

2 Sep, Wed

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

8h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 28

Saudi Arabian Airlines

8 Sep, Tue

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

6h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 28

Saudi Arabian Airlines

4 Sep, Fri

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

6h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 29

Saudi Arabian Airlines

24 Sep, Thu

Riyadh – Abu Dhabi

6h 25m

1 stop

RUH–AUH

KWD 29

Last update: 30 August 2026 14:08

Direct flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Abu Dhabi Flights

Cheapest Day7 September Monday

Best Price

KWD 35

Average Price

KWD 45

KWD 61

KWD 35

KWD 61

30Sun

Aug

KWD 53

31Mon

KWD 53

01Tue

Sep

KWD 53

02Wed

KWD 60

03Thu

KWD 60

04Fri

KWD 40

05Sat

KWD 42

06Sun

KWD 35

07Mon

KWD 35

08Tue

KWD 42

09Wed

KWD 42

10Thu

KWD 48

11Fri

KWD 35

12Sat

KWD 40

13Sun

KWD 35

14Mon

KWD 35

15Tue

KWD 35

16Wed

KWD 41

17Thu

KWD 50

18Fri

KWD 41

19Sat

KWD 50

20Sun

KWD 50

21Mon

KWD 61

22Tue

KWD 53

23Wed

KWD 48

24Thu

KWD 36

25Fri

KWD 35

26Sat

KWD 35

27Sun

KWD 35

28Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

Budget-Friendly
Egypt-KSA Specialist
Modern Fleet

Star Alliance Member
Complimentary Meals
2x23kg Baggage

Kuwait's Best LCC
Kuwait Based
Flexible Options

Kuwait Flag Carrier
Full Service
Free Baggage

Egypt-KSA Specialist
30kg Free Baggage
Full Service Included

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

30 Aug

Clear

45°30°

Monday

31 Aug

Clear

44°30°

Tuesday

1 Sep

Clear

39°32°

Wednesday

2 Sep

Clear

38°33°

Thursday

3 Sep

Clear

37°32°

Alternative Flights 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 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 Sunday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Abu Dhabi?

Etihad Airways, Saudi Arabian Airlines 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 KWD 24.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Gulf Air	KWD 60	1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Qatar Airways	KWD 53	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Etihad Airways	KWD 34	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments
Saudi Arabian Airlines	KWD 24	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund
Flynas	KWD 24	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (56x36x23 cm) / Paid Change (up to 4 hours) / No Refund