RUH - ESB

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Cheapest one-way
499 ﷼
Typical prices: 739 ﷼-1,012 ﷼
Pegasus Airlines
Sat 11/24
RUH - ESB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no nonstop flights between Riyadh and Ankara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 47% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Cheapest • Avg 1,390 ﷼ (round-trip)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 7h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Ankara (RUH-ESB)

 
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RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ESB Ankara Esenboga
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ESB  Ankara Esenboga-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
3401 kmmulti-stop
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Ankara flights

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What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Riyadh to Ankara?

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) is the most popular layover for the Riyadh to Ankara route. 71% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SAW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Riyadh to Ankara?

Flights via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of 1,390 ﷼. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Riyadh to Ankara, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for Riyadh to Ankara layovers at 4h 36m over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Riyadh to Ankara flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

499 ﷼
Beat the crowds with an average 78% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Riyadh to Ankara

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

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Riyadh to Ankara?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Riyadh to Ankara.

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Ankara?

    A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Ankara takes 00m, covering 3,401 km.

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

    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 Riyadh to Ankara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Ankara range from 1,314 ﷼ to 2,319 ﷼, with an average of 1,529 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,314 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Ankara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 1,381 ﷼, which is 59% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car rental options are available at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)?

    Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 57 ﷼ for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • ESSENCE CAR RENTAL
    • Nissa Car Rental
    • Windycar

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

    Flights from Riyadh to Ankara usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Ankara Esenboga (ESB).

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

    Connecting flights from Riyadh to Ankara most commonly pass through:

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 29% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Riyadh to Ankara. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at 876 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 2,381 ﷼, a difference of 1,505 ﷼.

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

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

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 50m, compared with 9h 19m via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • What popular places can I visit in Ankara?

    Roma Hamami is one of the most viewed places in Ankara on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Riyadh to Ankara 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average 876 ﷼, about 1,505 ﷼ less than Thursday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Ankara trip for November. Fares historically average 817 ﷼ round-trip in that month - typically 1,564 ﷼ less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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