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Flight deals from Riyadh to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh to Zurich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zurich.R 2,314 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,314, select.
Zurich.R 2,318 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,318, select.
Zurich.R 2,343 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,343, select.
Zurich.R 2,382 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,382, select.
Zurich.R 2,473 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,473, select.
Zurich.R 2,859 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,859, select.
Zurich.R 3,012 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,012, select.
Zurich.R 3,158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,158, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
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Sep
from R 2,314
Oct
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Nov
from R 2,343
Dec
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
from R 3,012
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Direct flights from Riyadh to Zurich

Riyadh to Zurich: Alternative routes

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

Riyadh to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,314
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time6 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineSaudia
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Zurich is R 3,881. 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.
6 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Zurich.
Saudia flies direct from Riyadh to Zurich.
As of August 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zurich is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport on Friday, 26 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 19 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 Zurich 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 Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SWISS and Saudia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport is 6 hours 30 minutes.

  • Zurich is two hours behind Riyadh and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • You can choose from four weekly King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Saudia is the earliest flight you can take. Saudia operates the last service of the day at 09:25.

  • Leave enough time to make your RUH to ZRH flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Flying into Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is a breeze with Saudia. This popular airline has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Saudia on this route.

  • Saudia is the most punctual carrier that offers RUH to ZRH flights, with 69.23% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RUH and ZRH:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • R 2,314 is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,881. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from RUH to ZRH, book your journey one month before your planned departure.

  • December is the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from RUH to ZRH couldn't be easier 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.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from RUH make it to their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.

  • King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RUH:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • If you're getting in on a late King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zurich and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Zurich. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you'll want to see. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among the biggest draws.

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