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Among airlines operating Riyadh to Rome flights:

• SAUDIA: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

2 airlines operate flights between Riyadh and Rome. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• SAUDIA
• ITA Airways

Flights from Riyadh to Rome usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and may arrive at several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SAUDIA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ITA Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Riyadh to Rome:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average 1,464 ﷼ round-trip via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), compared to 2,225 ﷼ for direct flights.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 299 ﷼–375 ﷼ for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 41% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 9% of one-stop connections

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Riyadh to Rome route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 2,159 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 2,482 ﷼, a difference of 323 ﷼. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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 Rome route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 55 minutes.

Night is the busiest departure period on Riyadh to Rome flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Rome are Fontana di Trevi, Pantheon and Colosseum. These are among the most viewed places in Rome on KAYAK.

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

• Earliest: departs at 1:45 am and lands at 7:35 am
• Latest: departs at 10:10 am and lands at 4:00 pm.

The flight takes about 5h 50m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 79% above the route average of 2,175 ﷼. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Rome takes 5h 50m, covering 5,879 km.

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.

One-way fares from Riyadh to Rome are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 798 ﷼, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 47m, compared with 10h 11m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 10h 20m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

Rome is 1 hour behind Riyadh (Central European Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Since Rome is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) – daily rates from around 5 ﷼:

• Target Italy
• Record go
• Rent Smart 24
• Galdierirent
• Europcar

Near Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) – daily rates from around 18 ﷼:

• Rent Smart 24
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Budget
• Centauro

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Rome range from 1,818 ﷼ to 2,905 ﷼, with an average of 2,175 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,818 ﷼ counts as a good deal.