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Flight deals from New York Newark to Riyadh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 18,073. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Riyadh.R 7,273 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,273, select.
Riyadh.R 8,524 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,524, select.
Riyadh.R 9,126 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,126, select.
Riyadh.R 9,133 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,133, select.
Riyadh.R 9,137 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,137, select.
Riyadh.R 9,148 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,148, select.
Riyadh.R 9,168 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,168, select.
Riyadh.R 9,238 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,238, select.
Riyadh.R 9,256 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,256, select.
Riyadh.R 11,719 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,719, select.
Riyadh.R 11,786 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,786, select.
Riyadh.R 17,614 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 16 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,614, select.
Riyadh.R 17,614 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,614, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from R 11,714
Jul
from R 8,520
Aug
from R 9,234
Sep
from R 9,129
Oct
from R 7,270
Nov
from R 9,252
Dec
from R 9,144
Jan
from R 9,164
Feb
from R 11,781
Mar
from R 9,133
Apr
from R 9,122
May
from R 17,606

New York Newark to Riyadh: Alternative routes

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

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New York to Riyadh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 7,270
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Riyadh is R 14,916. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York Newark to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,916.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from New York Newark to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Riyadh is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Riyadh Airport on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York Newark Airport and Riyadh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.

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.

Currently, LOT offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Travelling from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know

  • Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh eight hours ahead of New York.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your EWR to RUH flight.

  • During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from New York Newark Airport to Riyadh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between EWR and RUH include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Rome Fiumicino Airport

Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • Of all flights leaving New York Newark Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To reach New York Newark Airport from central New York, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near EWR. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Riyadh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • Get off your New York Newark Airport to Riyadh Airport flight and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfortable option that's not too far from RUH, head for Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.

  • Pick up a Riyadh Airport rental car and explore Riyadh and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Riyadh Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to Riyadh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from New York Newark Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you want to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

  • Riyadh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a trip to Dammam will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.

  • Eager to see King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque? Then set off for Al Kharj. Another favourite destination in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.

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