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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Riyadh from $484

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RUH
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
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 14 February 2026.

Sun 1/312:00
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop39h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 8/321:10
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop28h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2$1,108
Sat 7/322:30
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Wed 18/321:10
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop28h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2$1,130
Sat 7/313:10
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/305:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,172
Sun 1/313:10
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/305:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,173
Sun 1/314:00
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop37h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 18/321:10
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop28h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/2$1,200
Thu 29/1022:30
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Thu 19/1121:10
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop32h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2$1,257
Fri 6/315:15
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/305:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,260
Fri 15/512:05
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops43h 20m
IndiGo
Sun 31/507:35
RUH
-
MEL
2 stops42h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 11/2$1,265
Sun 1/312:00
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop39h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 21/321:10
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop32h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/2$1,280
Fri 15/511:00
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/507:35
RUH
-
MEL
2 stops42h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,284
Sat 7/313:10
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/305:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,292
Sun 1/313:10
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/305:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,294

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 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,108

One-way from

$484

Popular in

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Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,755
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/3-8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Riyadh
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Cebu Pacific
  • Cebu Pacific
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Riyadh
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($101 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2026.
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MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

12:00-19:10

1 stop39h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/3

21:10-10:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,108

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

22:30-19:10

1 stop28h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 18/3

21:10-10:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,130

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

14:00-19:10

1 stop37h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 18/3

21:10-10:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,200

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

22:30-19:10

1 stop28h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 18/3

21:10-10:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,200

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

12:00-19:10

1 stop39h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 17/3

21:10-10:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,200

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

22:30-19:10

1 stop28h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 21/3

21:10-14:05

1 stop32h 55m

$1,280

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

12:00-18:35

1 stop38h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/4

16:50-15:50

1 stop16h 00m

$1,326

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

13:10-06:45

2 stops25h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/3

21:35-07:25

2 stops25h 50m

$1,343

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

13:10-06:45

2 stops25h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 15/3

17:05-17:00

1 stop15h 55m

$1,346

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

13:00-19:10

3 stops38h 10m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 15/3

21:10-10:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,414

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Riyadh

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

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

Booking 85 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.

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 $775). Flying from Melbourne to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,466). 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.

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 14 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Oman Air, Etihad Airways, andChina Southern 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
115 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.7
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.7
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,395 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.7
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.7
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.7
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.7

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. 7 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 39h 10m. Fly via China Eastern to get the fastest option. The distance from Melbourne to Riyadh is about 12342 km.

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

    Currently priced at $777, SriLankan Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Riyadh and back. In addition to SriLankan Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Eastern and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $847 and $1,210, respectively. SriLankan Airlines is currently priced 46% 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 $504. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Etihad Airways, 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 $775). Flying from Melbourne to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,466). 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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Discover the top 7 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 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$777Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$847Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,210Average$2,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,318Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,509Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,861Average$2,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,022Average$2,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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