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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Riyadh from $1,232

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RUH
2 Aug — 9 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Riyadh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Riyadh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 July 2026.

Wed 18/1112:00
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop39h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 22/1121:10
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop32h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6$1,313
Sun 2/812:00
MEL
-
RUH
3 stops42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/815:00
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,631
Fri 7/810:35
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/817:25
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,718
Sun 2/816:10
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop36h 10m
SriLankan Airlines
Sat 15/822:30
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop33h 10m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,032
Wed 18/1115:10
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops31h 50m
Oman Air
Sun 22/1117:10
RUH
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 28/6$2,159

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 3 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,232

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,411
Air China
  • Air China
  • 2/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Riyadh
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

20:15-21:00

1 stop32h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 31/12

22:55-15:40

1 stop32h 45m

$1,232

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

12:00-19:10

1 stop39h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 22/11

21:10-14:05

1 stop32h 55m

$1,313

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

00:35-05:15

1 stop35h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 23/7

06:45-23:10

1 stop33h 25m

$1,672

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

13:25-21:50

3 stops40h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 30/12

04:25-11:15

2 stops22h 50m

$1,889

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

15:10-15:00

2 stops31h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 22/11

17:10-11:15

2 stops34h 05m

$2,159

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 23/12

13:25-14:45

3 stops33h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 25/1

13:35-20:40

2 stops47h 05m

$2,592

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-17:00

2 stops30h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 22/11

12:05-07:20

2 stops35h 15m

$2,837
Fastest return journey

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:50-09:45

2 stops22h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 22/11

21:35-23:20

1 stop17h 45m

$3,239
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

21:35-06:15

3 stops39h 40m

$1,893
Fastest single journey

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

01:30-16:25

1 stop21h 55m

$3,915

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Riyadh

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Riyadh (average of $674). Flying from Melbourne to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,168). 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 Melbourne to Riyadh?

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

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Riyadh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 3 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Oman Air,China Southern, andEtihad Airways from Melbourne to Riyadh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1
China Southern
7.5
Good
155 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,471 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Riyadh from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Riyadh, you will be flying into King Khaled Intl. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is just 30.1 km from the centre vof the city. King Khaled Intl is the only Riyadh airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Riyadh?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Riyadh in 32h 45m. Fly via Air China, China Eastern, or Cebu Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance from Melbourne to Riyadh is about 12342 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $798, China Eastern will fly you from Melbourne to Riyadh and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and China Southern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,106 and $1,236, respectively. China Eastern is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $515. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and IndiGo, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Riyadh for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Riyadh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Riyadh?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Riyadh (average of $674). Flying from Melbourne to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,168). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Riyadh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 3 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$798Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,106Average$2,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,236Average$1,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,397Average$1,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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