What to know about flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Riyadh is approximately 6,346.02km. The average flight time between Kuala Lumpur and Riyadh is 8 hours. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in January. October is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£171
Gulf Air Gulf Air KUL-RUH 31h 25m · 1 stop Wed, Sep 30
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Cheapest return
£321
Gulf Air Gulf Air KUL-RUH 13h · 2 stops Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
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Best time to book
October
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
6,346.02km
Flight distance
8h
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £171 and round-trip from £321. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh operate an average of 1 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 25.0% on-time departure rate and a 100.0% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh are Saudia, Qatar Airways, and Oman Air, among 5 carriers on this route. Gulf Air offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Qatar Airways logo Qatar Airways
Oman Air logo Oman Air
Riyadh Air logo Riyadh Air
Etihad Airways logo Etihad Airways
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh?

Average price of one-way tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh, fares are lowest in October (£261) and highest in August (£451).

£451
£356
£261
£166
    Cheapest
  • £307
    Sep
  • £261
    Oct
  • £283
    Nov
  • £307
    Dec
  • £270
    Jan
  • £272
    Feb
  • £315
    Mar
  • £298
    Apr
  • £301
    May
  • £292
    Jun
  • £270
    Jul
  • £451
    Aug

What is the cheapest month to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh?

Average price of return tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh, fares are lowest in April (£462) and highest in September (£685).

£685
£574
£462
£351
    Cheapest
  • £685
    Sep
  • £494
    Oct
  • £508
    Nov
  • £585
    Dec
  • £497
    Jan
  • £487
    Feb
  • £493
    Mar
  • £462
    Apr
  • £471
    May
  • £503
    Jun
  • £527
    Jul
  • £656
    Aug

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh?

    Based on Trip.com data, Gulf Air offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £171 (for example, KUL–RUH on Wed, Sep 30). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Gulf Air offers fares from £321, departing on Fri, Oct 2 and returning on Wed, Oct 7.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh with the following airlines, including: Saudia Riyadh Air Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • A flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Riyadh (RUH) takes an average of 8 hours.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 1 direct flights operate each week between Kuala Lumpur and Riyadh. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
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  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Wed, Sep 30, with one-way fares from just £171.
    · Compare airlines. Riyadh Air currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. January is generally the busiest month for travel to Riyadh.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh is usually October, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh on September 30, 2026 with Gulf Air, with prices starting at £354.
  • Flights to Riyadh can arrive at: King Khalid International Airport (RUH). The most common route connects Kuala Lumpur International Airport and King Khalid International Airport (KUL–RUH).
  • The time difference between Riyadh and Kuala Lumpur is 5h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh is £421. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh is £711. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
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  • AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia), Air Arabia and flyadealare the most popular budget airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.