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Cheapest round-trip
$546
Typical prices: $538-$706
Gulf Air
Tue 11/20Tue 3/20
KUL - RUH • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,186
Typical prices: $513-$972
Riyadh Air
Wed 12/26Sun 12/30
KUL - RUH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Riyadh Air. Average duration is 8h 27m
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $444 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh (KUL-RUH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Mar 20
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5:35 pm - 11:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
22h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl
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6:50 am - 3:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 40m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Singapore Changi
$546Gulf Air
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Mar 20
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9:30 am - 3:10 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:15 pm - 2:20 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 05m1 stop Sharjah
$547Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Oman Air Logo
9:30 am - 4:30 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
12h 00m1 stop Muscat Seeb
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5:10 pm - 8:05 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 55m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$548Oman Air
Fri, Jan 29 - Thu, Apr 1
Gulf Air Logo
5:35 pm - 11:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
22h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl
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7:00 am - 3:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 30m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Singapore Changi
$548Gulf Air
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Jan 16
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9:25 pm - 4:30 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
24h 05m1 stop Muscat Seeb
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5:10 pm - 8:05 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 55m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$549Oman Air
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Jan 15
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9:30 am - 3:35 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
23h 05m1 stop Muscat Seeb
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9:10 pm - 8:05 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
17h 55m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$550Oman Air
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Mar 30
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2:00 am - 10:15 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:40 pm - 2:45 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
12h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$591Qatar Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Apr 1
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8:45 pm - 3:35 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:30 pm - 7:55 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
11h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$591Qatar Airways
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Jan 13
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9:30 am - 2:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
22h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:30 am - 7:45 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$599Etihad Airways
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Jan 13
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9:40 pm - 2:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:30 am - 7:45 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$604Etihad Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh typically range from $538 to $706. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $546, on Gulf Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh at $525 round-trip.
•August ($804) and July ($708) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh the cheapest?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$219
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 pm and lands at 1:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:00 pm and lands at 1:27 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 27m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh takes 8h 27m, covering 3,960 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 much should I expect to pay for a Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh range from $538 to $706, with an average of $601 over the past 12 months. Anything below $538 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $601 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $444 round-trip via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), compared to $698 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Riyadh Air and Malaysia Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

  • Have flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $546 to $2,473. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $418, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH)?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Alamo
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • GREEN MOTION

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 33m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Muscat Seeb (MCT) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $553 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $625, a difference of $72.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Only Riyadh Air operates flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Riyadh.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 46m, compared with 11h 47m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 11h 51m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Riyadh?

    Riyadh is 5 hours behind Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (Arabian Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Riyadh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Riyadh are Kingdom Center, King Abdulaziz International Conference Centre and Al Faisaliyah Center. These are among the most viewed places in Riyadh on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Riyadh Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • SAUDIA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $553, about $72 less than Thursday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh trip for April. Fares historically average $525 round-trip in that month - typically $279 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with SAUDIA. Over the past three months, 95% of SAUDIA flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 95%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 33m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $444 round-trip on this route - about $254 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tuesday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Thursday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Saturday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

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Direct returns

Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Wednesday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Friday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

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