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Cheap Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Red Sea (RSI)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Riyadh to Red Sea? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Umluj.$133 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 11.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Wed, Jun 11, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $133, select.
Umluj.$135 per passenger.Departing Sat, Feb 14.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sat, Feb 14, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $135, select.
Umluj.$145 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 2.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sat, Aug 2, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Umluj.$145 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 14.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Tue, Oct 14, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Umluj.$145 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 2.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Wed, Jul 2, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Umluj.$145 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 9.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Thu, Apr 9, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Umluj.$146 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 27.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sat, Dec 27, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.
Umluj.$146 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 10.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departing from Riyadh on Sat, Jan 10, arriving in Red Sea.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Red Sea

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Red Sea flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $172
Jun
from $133
Jul
from $145
Aug
from $145
Sep
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Oct
from $145
Nov
from $146
Dec
from $146
Jan
from $146
Feb
from $135
Mar
from $146
Apr
from $145

Direct flights from Riyadh to Red Sea

Riyadh to Red Sea: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riyadh to Umluj below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Red Sea.

Riyadh to Umluj: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$133
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Atlantic
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Red Sea: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Red Sea is $272. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Red Sea.
Virgin Atlantic and Saudia fly direct from Riyadh to Red Sea.
There are 10 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Red Sea, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Red Sea is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Red Sea Airport on Monday, June 2, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Red Sea but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Umluj is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Saudia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Red Sea.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Red Sea International Airport (RSI): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Riyadh and Umluj share the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • You can choose from seven weekly King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport flights. The 07:05 departure with Saudia is the earliest available. Saudia operates the latest service of the day at 17:50.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to RSI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Saudia has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Umluj — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if your schedule allows.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Saudia on this route.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport. Many passengers pass through King Abdulaziz International Airport when flying between RUH and RSI.

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Red Sea International Airport (RSI)

  • At the moment, $133 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $272. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to RSI, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from RUH to RSI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • 86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of RUH.

  • King Khaled International Airport is around 25 miles from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to RUH:

Getting from Red Sea International Airport (RSI) to central Umluj

  • Red Sea International Airport to central Umluj has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 50 miles away.

When to fly to Red Sea International Airport (RSI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport is April, while May is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Umluj based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Umluj is August, with the temperature ranging between 81ºF and 99ºF. Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Red Sea International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to RSI in January. Temperatures average between 59ºF and 79ºF then.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

  • You've visited Umluj, now it's time to discover other corners of Saudi Arabia. Travel about 270 miles south-east to Jeddah to check off its leading sights. From Faisal Sports Park to Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 300 miles south-east of Umluj, Mecca is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia. Experience major highlights starting with View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.

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