Which airports can I use when flying from Riyadh to San Diego?

Flights from Riyadh to San Diego usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to San Diego pass through?

Connecting flights from Riyadh to San Diego most commonly pass through: • London Heathrow (LHR) - 67% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riyadh to San Diego?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 89% on flights from Riyadh to San Diego. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 3,263 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 27,702 ﷼, a difference of 24,439 ﷼. 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 popular places can I visit in San Diego?

San Diego Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Riyadh to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Riyadh to San Diego takes 00m, covering 21,513 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh to San Diego?

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.

Have flight prices from Riyadh to San Diego 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 3,171 ﷼ to 12,179 ﷼. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 36m, compared with 22h 09m via London Heathrow (LHR).

What is the time difference between Riyadh and San Diego?

San Diego is 10 hours behind Riyadh (Pacific Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Riyadh to San Diego flight?

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to San Diego range from 3,263 ﷼ to 4,334 ﷼, with an average of 3,976 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 3,263 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to San Diego typically range from 3,263 ﷼ to 4,334 ﷼. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 3,171 ﷼, on British Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Riyadh to San Diego?

British Airways (3,171 ﷼) and Lufthansa (4,722 ﷼) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Riyadh to San Diego according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

London Heathrow (LHR) is the most popular layover for the Riyadh to San Diego route. 67% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via LHR.

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

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of 3,740 ﷼. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Riyadh to San Diego layovers at 11h 41m over the past 3 months.

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3,171 ﷼

Typical prices: 3,263 ﷼–4,334 ﷼

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April

Cheapest • 18% price drop

May

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)

Cheapest • Avg 3,740 ﷼ (round-trip)

London Heathrow (LHR)

Shortest trip • 22h 09m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Riyadh to San Diego

Mon, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 30

1:00 am - 9:44 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

31h 44m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl

11:20 am - 10:50 pmSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

24h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

3,171 ﷼British Airways

Mon, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 30

1:00 am - 9:44 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

31h 44m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl

11:20 am - 10:50 pmSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

24h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

3,179 ﷼British Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 24

5:25 am - 7:15 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

24h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:13 am - 8:55 pmSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

22h 42m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

4,670 ﷼Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28

2:00 am - 8:24 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

29h 24m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Los Angeles

2:30 pm - 7:55 pmSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Frankfurt am Main

4,722 ﷼Lufthansa

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

7:25 pm - 12:12 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

27h 47m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

7:15 am - 10:15 amSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

40h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

4,814 ﷼Qatar Airways

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15

4:30 am - 7:33 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

26h 03m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

9:40 pm - 3:10 pmSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

30h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5,043 ﷼Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

10:00 pm - 2:25 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

27h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

4:40 pm - 3:35 amSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

23h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

5,368 ﷼American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 24

8:15 am - 9:27 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

24h 12m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7:00 am - 7:55 pmSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

25h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

6,235 ﷼Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15

2:00 am - 12:00 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

45h 00m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

5:00 pm - 7:55 pmSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

39h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Frankfurt am Main

6,571 ﷼Air Canada

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

3:40 am - 10:35 amRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego

41h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:39 pm - 2:10 amSAN San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

41h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

6,734 ﷼Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Riyadh to San Diego? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Riyadh to San Diego departing in january.

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Cheapest flight	3,171 ﷼

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

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How long is a flight from Riyadh to San Diego?
A nonstop flight from Riyadh to San Diego takes 00m, covering 21,513 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh to San Diego?
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 San Diego flight?
Round-trip flights from Riyadh to San Diego range from 3,263 ﷼ to 4,334 ﷼, with an average of 3,976 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 3,263 ﷼ counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Riyadh to San Diego 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 3,171 ﷼ to 12,179 ﷼. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
Which airports can I use when flying from Riyadh to San Diego?
Flights from Riyadh to San Diego usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).
Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to San Diego pass through?
Connecting flights from Riyadh to San Diego most commonly pass through:

• London Heathrow (LHR) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riyadh to San Diego?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 89% on flights from Riyadh to San Diego. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 3,263 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 27,702 ﷼, a difference of 24,439 ﷼.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Riyadh to San Diego?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 36m, compared with 22h 09m via London Heathrow (LHR).
What is the time difference between Riyadh and San Diego?
San Diego is 10 hours behind Riyadh (Pacific Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San Diego?
San Diego Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average 3,263 ﷼, about 24,439 ﷼ less than Friday fares (88% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to San Diego trip for April. Fares historically average 3,263 ﷼ round-trip in that month - typically 1,336 ﷼ less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

• Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
• Bay Club Hotel & Marina
• Sheraton San Diego Resort

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