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Cheapest round-trip
1,312 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,803 ﷼–3,036 ﷼
AJet
Wed 2/7Fri 2/16
RUH - FCO • 1 stop
Cheapest nonstop
1,596 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,926 ﷼–3,067 ﷼
SAUDIA
Thu 11/29Thu 12/6
RUH - FCO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly nonstop with SAUDIA and ITA Airways. Average duration is 5h 59m
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RUH - CIA
Cheapest • 1% average savings
RUH - FCO
Most popular
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ITA Airways
Most punctual • 97% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
April
Most popular
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Cheapest • Avg 1,427 ﷼ (round-trip)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 9h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Rome (RUH-ROM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Riyadh to Rome

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 16
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4:05 am - 12:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
10h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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1:10 pm - 2:50 amFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,312 ﷼AJet
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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4:05 am - 12:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
10h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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1:10 pm - 2:50 amFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,315 ﷼AJet
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
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4:05 am - 12:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
10h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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1:10 pm - 2:50 amFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,319 ﷼AJet
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
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4:05 am - 12:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
10h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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1:10 pm - 2:50 amFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,330 ﷼AJet
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6
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4:00 pm - 6:15 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
16h 15m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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9:30 am - 4:40 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 10mnonstop
1,378 ﷼SAUDIA
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:00 pm - 12:50 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
18h 50m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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3:10 pm - 10:20 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 10mnonstop
1,552 ﷼SAUDIA
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:00 am - 12:50 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
9h 50m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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9:00 am - 7:40 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
8h 40m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
1,593 ﷼SAUDIA
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:55 am - 6:50 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
5h 55mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 10:25 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 05mnonstop
1,629 ﷼ITA Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:55 am - 6:50 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
5h 55mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 10:25 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 05mnonstop
1,633 ﷼ITA Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:55 am - 6:50 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
5h 55mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 10:25 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 05mnonstop
1,637 ﷼ITA Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Rome flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Rome?

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Rome typically range from 1,803 ﷼ to 3,036 ﷼. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 1,312 ﷼, on AJet.

What is the cheapest Riyadh to Rome flight route?

There's little price difference between Riyadh to Rome routes. They average around 2,148 ﷼ round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Rome. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Rome at 1,748 ﷼ round-trip.
•May (2,812 ﷼) and January (2,683 ﷼) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Riyadh to Rome the cheapest?

Flights from Riyadh to Rome are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Riyadh to Rome flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

599 ﷼
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Riyadh to Rome Fiumicino Airport

When to book flights from Riyadh to Rome

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 2:15 am and lands at 8:14 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:40 am and lands at 3:39 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 59m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Rome?

    A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Rome takes 5h 59m, covering 5,879 km.

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

    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 Rome flight?

    Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Rome range from 1,803 ﷼ to 3,036 ﷼, with an average of 2,168 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,803 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 69% above the 2,168 ﷼ route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average 1,427 ﷼ round-trip via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), compared to 2,212 ﷼ for direct flights.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 300 ﷼–369 ﷼ 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 Rome spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Riyadh to Rome flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Riyadh to Rome 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 1,312 ﷼ to 8,806 ﷼. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Rome are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 1,504 ﷼, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Rome?

    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 119 ﷼:

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

    Near Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) – daily rates from around 135 ﷼:

    • Rent Smart 24
    • DRIVALIA
    • Centauro
    • Ecovia
    • Budget

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

    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).

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

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight from Riyadh to Rome 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 Rome route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Riyadh to Rome. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at 2,062 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 2,416 ﷼, a difference of 355 ﷼.

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

  • What airlines fly from Riyadh to Rome?

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

    • SAUDIA
    • ITA Airways

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

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 44m, compared with 10h 33m via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) and 10h 36m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and Rome?

    Rome is 2 hours behind Riyadh (Central European Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rome?

    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.

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

    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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Riyadh to Rome flights?

    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 always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Riyadh to Rome 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average 2,062 ﷼, about 355 ﷼ less than Thursday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Rome trip for February. Fares historically average 1,748 ﷼ round-trip in that month - typically 1,064 ﷼ 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 ITA Airways. Over the past three months, 97% of ITA Airways flights from Riyadh to Rome arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 94%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 55m, 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 1,427 ﷼ round-trip on this route – about 785 ﷼ less than nonstop flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rome Ciampino Airport.

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Prefer to fly direct from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Rome?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Rome, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Rome

Monday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Tuesday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Wednesday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Thursday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Friday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Saturday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Sunday

SAUDIA

SAUDIA

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Nonstop returns

Rome to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Monday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Tuesday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Wednesday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Thursday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Friday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

Saturday

SAUDIA

SAUDIA

Sunday

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

ITA Airways,SAUDIA

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