Question 1

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Riyadh to Dubai typically takes around 1 hour 55 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 6 hours 30 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai, with an average of around 13 to 14 flights per day, operated by, among others, Saudia, Flyadeal and Flynas. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Riyadh to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai are operated by, among others, Saudia, Flyadeal and Flynas. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Saudia (via Jeddah). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Riyadh to Dubai operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Riyadh to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

From Riyadh to Dubai there are on average around 13 to 14 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. Particularly if you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Riyadh to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

From Riyadh to Dubai there are around 95 to 96 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Riyadh to Dubai depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Riyadh to Dubai usually departs at 00:05. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Dubai.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Riyadh to Dubai depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Riyadh to Dubai usually departs at 23:25. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 17/08/26 direct XY0207 02h 05min	Return 15/09/26 direct XY0202 01h 55min	Flynas		£134
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 17/08/26 direct EK2265 02h 00min	Return 15/09/26 direct EK0817 02h 00min	Emirates Airline		£234
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 22/06/26 direct XY0215 02h 05min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0569, SV1046 07h 15min	Flynas		£135 found yesterday
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 22/06/26 direct XY0215 02h 05min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0569, SV1046 07h 15min	Flynas		£137 found yesterday
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 22/06/26 direct XY0215 02h 05min	Return 24/06/26 direct SV0555 02h 00min	Flynas		£143 found yesterday
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 22/06/26 direct XY0215 02h 05min	Return 24/06/26 direct SV0555 02h 00min	Flynas		£145 found yesterday
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 17/08/26 direct XY0213 02h 05min	Return 15/09/26 direct XY0214 01h 55min	Flynas	?	£151
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV1021, SV0588 08h 00min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0589, SV1048 06h 15min	Saudi Arabian Airlines		£154 found yesterday
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 17/08/26 direct SV0592 02h 00min	Return 15/09/26 direct SV0555 02h 00min	Saudi Arabian Airlines		£165
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 17/08/26 direct XY0213 02h 05min	Return 15/09/26 direct XY0210 01h 55min	Flynas	?	£209

Outbound and return from	£133.70
Flight duration	min. 01:45 / max. 02:00
Return flight duration	min. 01:55/ max. 02:10
Distance	874 km
Flights per week	130
Departure airport	Airport Riyadh King Khaled International (RUH)
Departure country	Flights from Saudi Arabia
Arrival airport	Airport Dubai (DXB)
Destination country	Flights to United Arab Emirates

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