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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Riyadh from $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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RUH
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Riyadh King Khaled Intl are usually found in May or July, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 21 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,085

One-way from

$651

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,155
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 10/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Riyadh
21/4
  • 21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Riyadh
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Riyadh

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 21 March 2025.

Sat 10/511:00MEL - RUH
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 21/520:50RUH - MEL
1 stop29h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/3$1,085
Sat 10/521:45MEL - RUH
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/507:15RUH - MEL
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,360
Sat 10/515:55MEL - RUH
2 stops36h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 21/522:20RUH - MEL
1 stop33h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,621
Mon 14/407:25MEL - RUH
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 19/421:35RUH - MEL
1 stop25h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/3$2,407
Mon 7/407:00MEL - RUH
2 stops35h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 15/412:15RUH - MEL
2 stops33h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/3$2,421
Tue 8/405:00MEL - RUH
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Fri 18/410:15RUH - MEL
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/3$2,980
Wed 16/415:15MEL - RUH
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 23/421:25RUH - MEL
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/3$3,041
Mon 7/405:15MEL - RUH
1 stop27h 05mEmirates
Sun 20/409:50RUH - MEL
1 stop23h 50mEmirates
Deal found 20/3$3,117

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Riyadh that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Riyadh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

11:00-17:50

1 stop37h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 21/5

20:50-09:00

1 stop29h 10m

$1,085

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

21:45-23:45

3 stops33h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 21/5

07:15-20:20

3 stops30h 05m

$1,360

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

15:55-21:15

2 stops36h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 21/5

22:20-14:40

1 stop33h 20m

$1,621

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 14/4

07:25-20:25

1 stop20h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 19/4

21:35-05:55

1 stop25h 20m

$2,407

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

07:00-11:15

2 stops35h 15m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 15/4

12:15-04:40

2 stops33h 25m

$2,421

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Tue 8/4

05:00-02:45

1 stop28h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 18/4

10:15-03:10

1 stop33h 55m

$2,980

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Wed 16/4

15:15-10:15

1 stop26h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 23/4

21:25-23:10

1 stop18h 45m

$3,041

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

05:15-01:20

1 stop27h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 20/4

09:50-16:40

1 stop23h 50m

$3,117

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Mon 21/4

05:15-15:10

2 stops40h 55m

$651

MelbourneRiyadh

MEL - RUH

MELRUH

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

11:00-17:50

1 stop37h 50m

$757

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/3

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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 to Riyadh

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 14 March 2025.

Booking 90 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 time of day to fly from MEL to RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Riyadh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 March 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Riyadh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 35% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Riyadh by month

Plan your trip to Riyadh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riyadh ranges from 0.0 - 30.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 30.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Riyadh when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Riyadh by month

Plan your trip to Riyadh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riyadh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 36.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 21 March 2025.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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. 8 airlines have flights to Riyadh King Khaled Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $1,085, 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 SriLankan Airlines and Cathay Pacific - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,621 and $2,407, respectively. China Eastern is currently priced 47% 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 Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $757. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Philippine Airlines, 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Riyadh

Discover the top 8 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 21 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$914Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$980Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,319Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,387Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,414Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Search Philippine Airlines flights
Oman AirCheapest$1,615Average$2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,157Average$2,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,182Average$2,803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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