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 18 to 19 flights per day, operated by, among others, Saudia, Flyadeal and flydubai. 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 flydubai. 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 18 to 19 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 130 to 131 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
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct F30513 01h 55min	Return 08/12/26 direct F30508 02h 00min	Flyadeal		£101
Best option Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct F30513 01h 55min	Return 08/12/26 direct F30512 01h 55min	Flyadeal	?	£103
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct EK2265 01h 55min	Return 08/12/26 direct EK0817 02h 05min	Emirates Airline		£237
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct F30505 01h 55min	Return 08/12/26 direct F30514 01h 55min	Flyadeal		£108
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct F30511 01h 55min	Return 08/12/26 direct F30512 01h 55min	Flyadeal		£110
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 08/08/26 direct F30505 01h 55min	Return 15/08/26 direct F30514 02h 00min	Flyadeal		£113
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 08/08/26 direct F30505 01h 55min	Return 15/08/26 direct F30514 02h 00min	Flyadeal		£115
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct F30507 01h 55min	Return 08/12/26 direct F30508 02h 00min	Flyadeal	?	£121
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV1031, SV0550 06h 30min	Return 20/10/26 direct SV0555 02h 00min	Saudi Arabian Airlines		£149
Riyadh Dubai	Outbound 08/08/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV1031, SV0550 06h 30min	Return 15/08/26 direct SV0563 02h 00min	Saudi Arabian Airlines		£152

Outbound and return from	£100.97
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
Departure country - Arrival airport	Saudi Arabia - Dubai
Departure airport - Destination country	Riyadh King Khaled International - United Arab Emirates

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