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      Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,449. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Riyadh.R 4,988 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,988, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,035 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,035, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,038 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,038, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,038 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,038, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,049 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,049, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,049 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,049, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,060 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,060, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,070 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,070, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,077 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,077, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,237 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,237, select.
      Riyadh.R 5,697 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 13 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,697, select.
      Riyadh.R 6,578 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 20 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,578, select.
      Riyadh.R 7,691 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,691, select.
      Riyadh.R 8,153 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,153, select.
      Riyadh.R 8,213 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,213, select.
      Riyadh.R 8,227 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,227, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Sep
      from R 5,254
      Oct
      from R 5,005
      Nov
      from R 5,066
      Dec
      from R 5,078
      Jan
      from R 5,055
      Feb
      from R 5,052
      Mar
      from R 5,055
      Apr
      from R 5,066
      May
      from R 5,088
      Jun
      from R 5,094
      Jul
      from R 5,717
      Aug
      from R 6,601

      Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh

      Delta
      Saudia

      New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy 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

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 5,005
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time12 hrs, 4 mins
      Most popular airlineSaudia
      Average flights per week6

      Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh is R 10,957. 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.
      12 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh.
      Saudia and Delta fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh.
      As of September 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh.
      The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Riyadh is usually December.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport on Friday, 11 December 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 4 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 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, Delta and Saudia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

      Travelling from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know

      • Around 12 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport.

      • Riyadh is eight hours ahead of New York and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

      • Every week, there are four New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport flights. If you want to get going early, jump on the 11:00 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 12:00 with Saudia.

      • Your JFK to RUH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

      • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

      • Getting to Riyadh (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy with Saudia. This popular airline offers direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport.

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

      • Among carriers operating JFK to RUH flights, Saudia has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

      • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport. These are the top stopovers between JFK and RUH:

        • Frankfurt am Main Airport

        • Rome Fiumicino Airport

        • Hamad International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

      • R 5,005 is currently the best price for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,994. These prices can change depending on demand.

      • Score cheap tickets from JFK to RUH by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

      • The cheapest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

      • Landing cheap flights from JFK to RUH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

      • Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

      Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

      • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

      • When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

      • New York John F. Kennedy Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.

      • Need a handy hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

      Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

      • Once your New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport flight has landed, relax at a hotel close by. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a comfy option that's not too far from RUH.

      • Pick up a Riyadh Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top providers to choose from here.

      • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Riyadh Airport around four weeks in advance.

      Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

      • Riyadh Airport to central Riyadh has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

      • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

      When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

      • The quietest month for a flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Riyadh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

      • The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Riyadh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

      • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

      Explore more of Saudi Arabia

      • Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.

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

      Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Riyadh

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.