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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh from $489

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RUH
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
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 6 March 2026.

Wed 15/400:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$973
Fri 17/413:00
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$977
Mon 20/421:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$998
Wed 15/400:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,002
Fri 17/413:00
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,005
Mon 20/421:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,028
Wed 15/413:25
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,041
Fri 17/400:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,065
Mon 13/400:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,082
Fri 17/400:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,095
Fri 17/411:00
MEL
-
RUH
1 stop38h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 9/521:35
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/3$1,099
Mon 13/400:30
MEL
-
RUH
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/505:55
RUH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,112

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Riyadh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$973

One-way from

$489

Popular in

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Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,325
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  • 15/4-7/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Riyadh
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  • Cebu Pacific
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Riyadh
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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 6 March 2026.
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MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

11:00-18:35

1 stop38h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 11/5

21:35-09:00

1 stop28h 25m

$1,206

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

11:00-18:35

1 stop38h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 10/5

21:35-12:40

1 stop32h 05m

$1,285

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

00:30-19:35

2 stops26h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 23/4

05:55-23:10

1 stop34h 15m

$1,298

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

00:35-04:25

1 stop34h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 1/6

16:50-15:50

1 stop16h 00m

$1,349

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

16:55-06:45

2 stops45h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 11/4

07:45-09:25

2 stops42h 40m

$1,836

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

23:30-03:05

2 stops34h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 19/5

16:05-08:20

2 stops33h 15m

$1,866

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

12:00-23:25

3 stops66h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 22/6

21:35-09:00

1 stop28h 25m

$1,880

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

07:45-03:05

2 stops26h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 10/5

03:55-16:50

2 stops29h 55m

$1,904

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

13:25-03:05

2 stops20h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 24/7

16:05-08:20

2 stops33h 15m

$1,907
Fastest return journey

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

07:45-03:05

2 stops26h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 9/5

03:55-07:30

2 stops20h 35m

$1,952

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Riyadh

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 27 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh (average of $779). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,475). 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 6 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Oman Air, China Southern, andEtihad Airways from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
116 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
116 reviews
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
116 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,424 reviews
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
80 reviews
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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?

    Located just 30.1 km from the city centre, Riyadh King Khaled Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Riyadh from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to King Khaled Intl (RUH) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 6 different airlines.

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

    SriLankan Airlines, at $782, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Eastern and Etihad Airways. SriLankan Airlines is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $506 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $533 and Etihad Airways from $695 one-way.

  • 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 Airport to Riyadh?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh (average of $779). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Riyadh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,475). 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 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Riyadh

Discover the top 6 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 6 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$782Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$852Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$2,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,271Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,506Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,872Average$2,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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