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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Riyadh (MEL-RUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Riyadh

Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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01:35 - 04:25MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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06:35 - 00:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,102Cebu Pacific
Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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01:35 - 04:25MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Cebu Pacific Logo
06:35 - 00:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,161Cebu Pacific
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 3 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 19:10MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
28h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:10 - 14:05RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,189China Eastern
Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:35 - 04:25MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:55 - 10:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 30m2 stops Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$1,283Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Thu, 11 Feb
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 19:10MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
28h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:10 - 23:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
42h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,409China Eastern
Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 11 Feb
China Eastern Logo
01:50 - 19:10MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
25h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:10 - 23:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
42h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,410China Eastern
Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Oman Air Logo
00:30 - 15:00MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
22h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
17:10 - 09:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
32h 15m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,840Oman Air
Thu, 4 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
Oman Air Logo
08:45 - 16:30MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
39h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
04:15 - 09:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
21h 10m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,840Oman Air
Sat, 12 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 02:55MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
16h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
04:30 - 17:00RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$2,910Etihad Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 09:00MEL  Melbourne-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
22h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
16:55 - 17:00RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$2,944Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Riyadh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh start at $1,102. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,214 to $1,914. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,102 on Cebu Pacific.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh at $759 return.
  • June ($1,987) and December ($1,869) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 161% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Riyadh flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$593
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh

When to book flights from Melbourne to Riyadh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Riyadh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Riyadh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh most commonly connect through:

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Melbourne Airport to Riyadh route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,467 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,801, a difference of $334. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Riyadh?

    Olaya is one of the most viewed places in Riyadh on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of $1,594. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh takes 0h 00m, covering 19,862 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $700, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 28m, compared to 17h 54m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 18h 07m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Riyadh?

    Riyadh is 7 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Arabian Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH)?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Alamo
    · Sixt
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Final Rentals
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Riyadh flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh range from $1,214 to $1,914, with an average of $1,594 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,214 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Riyadh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,467 – about $334 less than Friday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Riyadh trip for April. Fares historically average $759 return in that month – typically $1,228 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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