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Cheapest return flight
₹ 49,227
Typical prices: ₹ 38,707-₹ 53,371
Oman Air
Sun 25/11Sun 2/12
ISB - RUH • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 86,551
Typical prices: ₹ 39,070-₹ 53,429
SAUDIA
Sat 29/12Sun 25/3
ISB - RUH • Direct
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You can fly direct with Riyadh Air, airblue, and others. Average duration is 5h 03m.
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 39,119 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Islamabad to Riyadh (ISB-RUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Islamabad to Riyadh

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Oman Air Logo
04:05 - 16:30ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 25m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
04:15 - 03:20RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
21h 05m1 stop Muscat Seeb
₹ 49,227Oman Air
Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Oman Air Logo
04:05 - 20:30ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
18h 25m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
21:10 - 03:20RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 10m1 stop Muscat Seeb
₹ 50,750Oman Air
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec
Oman Air Logo
04:05 - 03:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
25h 30m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
21:10 - 03:20RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 10m1 stop Muscat Seeb
₹ 56,558Oman Air
Tue, 29 Dec - Fri, 26 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
09:05 - 15:00ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
7h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
11:30 - 01:40RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
12h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 57,796Qatar Airways
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec
Oman Air Logo
04:05 - 16:30ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 25m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
21:10 - 03:20RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 10m1 stop Muscat Seeb
₹ 58,177Oman Air
Fri, 1 Jan - Sat, 2 Jan
SAUDIA Logo
17:45 - 06:10ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 25m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Dammam King Fahad Intl
SAUDIA Logo
02:00 - 07:55RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
3h 55mdirect
₹ 58,653SAUDIA
Tue, 29 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
Oman Air Logo
04:05 - 16:30ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 25m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
04:15 - 03:20RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
21h 05m1 stop Muscat Seeb
₹ 59,796Oman Air
Fri, 13 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
09:05 - 19:55ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
12h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 01:40RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
11h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 60,557Qatar Airways
Sat, 2 Jan - Mon, 4 Jan
SAUDIA Logo
10:30 - 02:40ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
18h 10m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
SAUDIA Logo
02:00 - 07:55RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
3h 55mdirect
₹ 61,129SAUDIA
Fri, 1 Jan - Sun, 3 Jan
SAUDIA Logo
17:45 - 06:10ISB  Islamabad Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 25m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Dammam King Fahad Intl
SAUDIA Logo
02:00 - 07:55RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
3h 55mdirect
₹ 61,224SAUDIA
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Islamabad to Riyadh flights

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How much is a return flight from Islamabad to Riyadh?

Return flights from Islamabad to Riyadh typically range from ₹ 38,707 to ₹ 53,371. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 49,227 on Oman Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Islamabad to Riyadh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Islamabad to Riyadh. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Riyadh?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Riyadh at ₹ 35,230 return.
•June (₹ 57,129) and April (₹ 55,701) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Islamabad to Riyadh the cheapest?

Flights from Islamabad to Riyadh are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Islamabad to Riyadh flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

₹ 27,803
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Islamabad to Riyadh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Islamabad to Riyadh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Islamabad to Riyadh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Islamabad to Riyadh:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:45 and lands at 05:48
    • Latest: departs at 21:15 and lands at 02:18.

    The flight takes about 5h 03m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Islamabad to Riyadh.

  • How long is a flight from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    A direct flight from Islamabad to Riyadh takes 5h 03m, covering 4,341 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Islamabad to Riyadh flight?

    Return flights from Islamabad to Riyadh range from ₹ 38,707 to ₹ 53,371, with an average of ₹ 45,524 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 38,707 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Islamabad to Riyadh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the ₹ 45,524 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 39,119 return via Kuwait City (KWI), compared with ₹ 45,759 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    Riyadh Air is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while flyadeal has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Islamabad to Riyadh flights are:

    • Riyadh Air: 95% on time
    • flyadeal: 94% on time
    • Fly Jinnah: 85% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 285–₹ 9,521 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Fly Jinnah and airblue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Islamabad to Riyadh spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Islamabad to Riyadh flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, Night flights for 20%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Islamabad to Riyadh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 49,227 to ₹ 239,496. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Islamabad to Riyadh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Islamabad to Riyadh are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 30,621.

  • Which car hire options are available at Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH)?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 3,488 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Final Rentals

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    Flights from Islamabad to Riyadh usually depart from Islamabad Intl (ISB) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Islamabad to Riyadh route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 34m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Islamabad to Riyadh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Islamabad to Riyadh most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Islamabad to Riyadh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 42,847 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 49,417, a difference of ₹ 6,570.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    8 airlines operate flights between Islamabad and Riyadh. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Riyadh Air
    • airblue
    • AirSial
    • SAUDIA
    • Pakistan International Airlines
    • Fly Jinnah

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Islamabad to Riyadh?

    Flying via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 11m, compared to 7h 55m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 8h via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Islamabad and Riyadh?

    Riyadh is 2 hours behind Islamabad (Arabian Time vs Pakistan Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Riyadh?

    Riyadh Zoo is one of the most viewed places in Riyadh on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Islamabad to Riyadh flights?

    Among airlines operating Islamabad to Riyadh flights:

    • flynas: offers free seat selection
    • SAUDIA: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Islamabad to Riyadh flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • flynas: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Fly Jinnah: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • airblue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Islamabad to Riyadh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average ₹ 42,847, which is about ₹ 6,570 less than Tuesday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Islamabad to Riyadh trip for March. Fares historically average ₹ 35,230 return in that month – typically ₹ 21,900 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Riyadh Air. Over the past three months, 95% of Riyadh Air flights from Islamabad to Riyadh arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 34m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuwait City Airport (KWI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 39,119 return on this route – about ₹ 6,639 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Islamabad Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Islamabad Intl Airport to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Islamabad Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Monday

AirSial,Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

AirSial,Fly Jinnah, +5 more

Tuesday

AirSial,Riyadh Air,SAUDIA, +2 more

AirSial,Riyadh Air, +3 more

Wednesday

AirSial,Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

AirSial,Fly Jinnah, +4 more

Thursday

AirSial,Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

AirSial,Fly Jinnah, +5 more

Friday

AirSial,airblue,flyadeal, +2 more

AirSial,airblue, +3 more

Saturday

Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines,Riyadh Air, +3 more

Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

AirSial,Pakistan International Airlines,airblue, +3 more

AirSial,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

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Direct returns

Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Islamabad Intl

Monday

AirSial,Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

AirSial,Fly Jinnah, +5 more

Tuesday

AirSial,Riyadh Air,SAUDIA, +2 more

AirSial,Riyadh Air, +3 more

Wednesday

AirSial,Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

AirSial,Fly Jinnah, +5 more

Thursday

AirSial,Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +5 more

AirSial,Fly Jinnah, +6 more

Friday

AirSial,Riyadh Air,airblue, +2 more

AirSial,Riyadh Air, +3 more

Saturday

Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines,Riyadh Air, +3 more

Fly Jinnah,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

AirSial,Pakistan International Airlines,Riyadh Air, +3 more

AirSial,Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

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