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Cheapest round-trip
1,584 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,195 ﷼–1,798 ﷼
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Mon 11/26Tue 12/4
RUH - GYD • 1 stop
Cheapest nonstop
1,732 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,144 ﷼–1,730 ﷼
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Mon 12/31Tue 1/9
RUH - GYD • Non-stop
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg 1,044 ﷼ (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Baku (RUH-BAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Riyadh to Baku

Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4
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4:15 am - 4:50 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:35 pm - 1:35 amGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,584 ﷼Multiple Airlines
22 hours ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 13
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11:45 am - 8:35 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
7h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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2:35 pm - 7:25 pmGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
1,628 ﷼Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:25 pm - 1:05 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:50 pm - 9:45 amGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
1,632 ﷼Qatar Airways
22 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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11:45 am - 8:50 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
8h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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2:35 pm - 3:35 amGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
1,632 ﷼Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6
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4:05 am - 4:50 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
23h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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5:50 am - 1:35 amGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
20h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,650 ﷼Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:15 am - 4:50 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:30 pm - 1:35 amGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,684 ﷼Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:15 am - 4:50 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:30 pm - 1:35 amGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,684 ﷼Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:00 am - 11:30 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
4h 30mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 4:05 pmGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
4h 35mnonstop
1,732 ﷼flynas
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
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6:00 am - 11:30 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
4h 30mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 4:05 pmGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
4h 35mnonstop
1,736 ﷼flynas
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:00 am - 11:30 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev
4h 30mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 4:05 pmGYD  Baku Heydar Aliyev-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
4h 35mnonstop
1,754 ﷼flynas
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Baku flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Riyadh to Baku flight route?

There's little price difference between Riyadh to Baku routes. They average around 1,382 ﷼ round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Baku. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Baku?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Baku at 958 ﷼ round-trip.
•May (1,980 ﷼) and June (1,669 ﷼) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Riyadh to Baku the cheapest?

Flights from Riyadh to Baku are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Riyadh to Baku flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

792 ﷼
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Riyadh to Baku Heydar Aliyev Airport

When to book flights from Riyadh to Baku

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Riyadh to Baku 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 Baku 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 Riyadh to Baku?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 10:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 10:30 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 30m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Baku?

    A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Baku takes 4h 30m, covering 2,798 km.

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

    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 Baku flight?

    Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Baku range from 1,195 ﷼ to 1,798 ﷼, with an average of 1,442 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,195 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the 1,442 ﷼ route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Riyadh to Baku?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average 1,044 ﷼ round-trip via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), compared to 1,361 ﷼ for direct flights.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 127 ﷼–370 ﷼ for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Riyadh to Baku flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 1,584 ﷼ to 7,739 ﷼. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Baku are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 911 ﷼, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car rental options are available at Baku Heydar Aliyev Airport (GYD)?

    Baku Heydar Aliyev Airport (GYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging 131 ﷼ for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Rental24
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Final Rentals
    • Carhire Baku.

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

    Flights from Riyadh to Baku usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD).

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

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Riyadh to Baku route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 28m.

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Riyadh to Baku. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 1,310 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at 1,551 ﷼, a difference of 241 ﷼.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Riyadh to Baku?

    Only flynas operates flights between Riyadh and Baku.

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

    Flying via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 58m, compared with 9h 21m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 9h 37m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and Baku?

    Baku is 1 hour ahead of Riyadh (Azerbaijan Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Among airlines operating Riyadh to Baku flights:

    • flynas: 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 Riyadh to Baku 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
    • Azerbaijan Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Riyadh to Baku 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average 1,310 ﷼, about 241 ﷼ less than Tuesday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Baku trip for February. Fares historically average 958 ﷼ round-trip in that month - typically 1,021 ﷼ less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with flynas. Over the past three months, 91% of flynas flights from Riyadh to Baku arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 90%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 28m, 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) can be cheaper than flying nonstop. The cheapest layover option averages 1,044 ﷼ round-trip on this route – about 318 ﷼ less than nonstop flights (based on the last 12 months).

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