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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Riyadh from R6 651

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — RUH
Apr 14 — Apr 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 March 2026.

Sun 26/413:50
CPT
-
RUH
2 stops17h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 3/54:20
RUH
-
CPT
2 stops33h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R11 170
Sat 25/415:25
CPT
-
RUH
2 stops46h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/522:30
RUH
-
CPT
2 stops17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R11 221
Mon 13/419:30
CPT
-
RUH
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/44:20
RUH
-
CPT
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3R11 864
Fri 5/613:50
CPT
-
RUH
2 stops25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/614:40
RUH
-
CPT
2 stops24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R11 898
Sat 25/413:00
CPT
-
RUH
1 stop24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/516:50
RUH
-
CPT
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3R12 134
Mon 13/419:30
CPT
-
RUH
1 stop13h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/46:30
RUH
-
CPT
1 stop30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/3R12 202
Sun 26/413:50
CPT
-
RUH
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/521:40
RUH
-
CPT
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3R12 642
Sun 26/413:00
CPT
-
RUH
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/515:30
RUH
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R13 099

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Riyadh (RUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 170

One-way from

R6 651

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R12 913
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/4-3/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Riyadh
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Riyadh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 395 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 340 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Riyadh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

15:25-15:15

2 stops46h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 2/5

22:30-14:35

2 stops17h 05m

R11 221

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:50-15:55

2 stops25h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 9/6

14:40-14:35

2 stops24h 55m

R11 898
Fastest return journey

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

13:50-8:40

2 stops17h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 3/5

21:40-11:30

1 stop14h 50m

R12 642

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

16:35-5:25

1 stop35h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 8/6

0:10-11:50

1 stop36h 40m

R13 438
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

13:15-3:30

1 stop13h 15m

R6 668

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

13:50-19:30

2 stops28h 40m

R6 736

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

13:00-3:30

1 stop13h 30m

R7 447

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

12:35-10:15

1 stop20h 40m

R8 157

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/3

18:30-23:30

1 stop28h 00m

R8 919

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

13:00-9:45

1 stop19h 45m

R8 936

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Riyadh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Riyadh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh (average of R10 442). Flying from Cape Town to Riyadh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R13 167). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

Reviews of airlines servicing Riyadh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riyadh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Riyadh. Reviews last updated 15 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Riyadh, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 253 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
972 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Riyadh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Riyadh can take about 46h 50m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 221. The distance from Cape Town to Riyadh is about 7189 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Riyadh round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Riyadh, with prices starting at R11 145. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R11 234 and R11 310, respectively. Qatar Airways is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 026. Qatar Airways flights start at R5 697 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R7 832 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Riyadh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Riyadh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Riyadh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Riyadh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh (average of R10 442). Flying from Cape Town to Riyadh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R13 167). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Cape Town to Riyadh on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Riyadh. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 March 2026.
Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Emirates flights from Cape Town Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Riyadh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Riyadh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 145AverageR12 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 234AverageR13 991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 310AverageR13 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 688AverageR19 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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