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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Riyadh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Riyadh.R 7,268 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,268, select.

Riyadh.R 8,634 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,634, select.

Riyadh.R 8,714 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,714, select.

Riyadh.R 8,864 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,864, select.

Riyadh.R 9,017 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,017, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Cape Town to Riyadh: Alternative routes

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

Cape Town to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 7,268
Cheapest month to fly	July

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cape Town to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Riyadh is R 12,001. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Riyadh?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,001.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Riyadh?

As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Riyadh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh is usually June 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Riyadh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Riyadh Airport on Sunday, 2 November 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Riyadh Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Riyadh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Riyadh?

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 Riyadh 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Riyadh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Riyadh with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know

Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh one hour ahead of Cape Town.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CPT to RUH flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between CPT and RUH:
- Dubai Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is R 7,268. A return plane ticket is currently R 12,001. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CPT to RUH, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CPT to RUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that depart CPT arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

Reserve a hotel near RUH if you're taking a late Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and see more of Riyadh and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

July is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Riyadh in April.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to RUH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

Riyadh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you should also see. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a trip to Dammam will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Eager to see Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then find your way to Al Kharj. Another fascinating destination in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.