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

Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Istanbul flights?

For Riyadh-Istanbul flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.

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

The flight distance between Riyadh-Istanbul is 2467 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour .

Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Istanbul flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Istanbul flights is Monday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Istanbul?

AJet, Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, Flynas organizes direct flights between Riyadh-Istanbul.

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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

AJet

15 Jun, Mon02:50

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 25m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 393

Pegasus

14 Jun, Sun05:10

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 25m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 434

AJet

27 Jul, Mon02:50

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 25m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 440

AJet

16 Jun, Tue02:50

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 25m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 442

AJet

22 Jul, Wed02:50

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 25m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 451

AJet

20 Jun, Sat02:50

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 25m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 451

Shortest Flight

Pegasus

28 Jul, Tue05:10

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 10m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 455

Pegasus

29 Jul, Wed05:10

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 10m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 457

AJet

20 Jul, Mon02:50

Riyadh – Istanbul

4h 25m

Non-stop

RUH–SAW

SAR 459

Last update: 14 June 2026 00:26

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Direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Istanbul Flights

SAR 885

SAR 484

SAR 678

14Sun

Jun

SAR 484

15Mon

SAR 558

16Tue

SAR 675

17Wed

SAR 710

18Thu

SAR 681

19Fri

SAR 667

20Sat

SAR 678

21Sun

SAR 667

22Mon

SAR 667

23Tue

SAR 745

24Wed

SAR 685

25Thu

SAR 675

26Fri

SAR 675

27Sat

SAR 675

28Sun

SAR 648

29Mon

SAR 626

30Tue

SAR 667

01Wed

Jul

SAR 832

02Thu

SAR 885

03Fri

SAR 683

04Sat

SAR 564

05Sun

SAR 550

06Mon

SAR 615

07Tue

SAR 633

08Wed

SAR 615

09Thu

SAR 602

10Fri

SAR 615

11Sat

SAR 509

12Sun

SAR 648

13Mon

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Popular Airport	Istanbul Airport
Popular Airlines	AJetPegasus
Approximate Flight Duration	4 hour 25 min
Approximate Travel Distance	2467 Km

Key Features of the Airlines

- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage

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 Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

You can get to the city center from the Sabiha Gökçen Airport using the TEM highway and following the exit and street signs. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. If you want to leave your car at the airport there is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot. There are also some private parking facilities located around the airport.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadikoy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a faster alternative for those living on the European side in particular. You can take a taxi or bus to the Kartal metro stop, then get on the metro and continue in the Kadıköy direction. Get off at Ayrılık Çeşmesi and transfer to the Marmaray where you can cross to the European side of the city at the Yenikapı station. From Yenikapı, which is a major station for the metro, buses, and ferries, you can reach many central locations on the European side of the city. Sea buses and ferries to various places in the Marmara Region like Bandırma, Yalova, Avşa, Bursa and Çınarcık depart from the Yenikapı İDO pier. Moreover, you can travel with your vehicle on the ferries.

Bus

You can get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport by bus.

Lines that operate between the airport and central locations in the city are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

By getting off at the Kadiköy or Bostanci piers you can take a boat to Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, like Buyukada, Heybeliada, Burgazada and Kinaliada.

Metro

From the airport you can take a bus or taxi to the Kartal metro station and get on the Kadikoy-Kaynarca line in the Kadikoy direction.

Rental Cars

You can get to the city center by renting a car from various rental agencies at the airport. You can also return your rental vehicle to rental agencies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation.

Istanbul Airport

You can get to the city center from Atatürk Airport, located on the European side of Istanbul, by taxi, airport shuttles, metro, bus, private transportation services or your personal car. The most important factor to consider when picking your means of transportation to reach the city center is the traffic. Using alternative means of transportation, like a combination of taxi, metro or metrobus, during rush hour will save time.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour. Some taxis accept credit card payments. If you want to pay using your credit card make sure to indicate this before hand to the driver and get in a vehicle that accepts credit card payments.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Atatürk Airport and central locations in the city. The Havatas shuttles provide service to and from Taksim and Yenikapi IDO Pier every 30 minutes.

Bus

You can use public buses to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport. Using the istanbulkart (smart card for fare payment), this is the most economical alternative. From the airport you can use the TH-1 bus to get to Taksim and the YH-1 bus to get to Yenikapi. From Taksim and Yenikapi you can transfer to the metro to reach other central districts.

Metro

One of the fastest alternatives to get to the city center is by metro. Using the metro station that is located in the airport you can easily reach various parts of the city like Yenikapı, Aksaray, Fatih, Topkapı, and Esenler. If you’re planning on continuing your journey to a different city by bus, the metro goes to the Esenler Bus Station.

Rental Cars

You can get to the city center by renting a car from rental agencies such as AVIS, Budget, or Europcar both at the airport or various locations in the city like Beşiktaş, Taksim, Kadıköy, Bostancı and Bakırköy. You can also return your rental vehicle to the offices of the aforementioned companies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation.