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Cheapest round-trip
$800
Typical prices: $923-$1,205
ITA Airways
Mon 10/29Sun 11/11
SFO - RUH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$495
Typical prices: $395-$712
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/29
SFO - RUH • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Riyadh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 21% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Cheapest • Avg $815 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 19h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Riyadh (SFO-RUH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Riyadh

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:05 pm - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
20h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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2:55 am - 1:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 15m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$800ITA Airways
Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 21
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3:05 pm - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
20h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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2:55 am - 11:49 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 54m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Los Angeles
$875Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Feb 4
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 7:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
25h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:30 pm - 6:47 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$897Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:00 am - 7:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
27h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:30 pm - 3:59 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$898Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:35 pm - 12:55 amSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
19h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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2:25 am - 4:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,089Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:35 pm - 12:05 amSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
18h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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2:25 am - 4:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,100Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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4:10 pm - 10:15 amSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:55 am - 2:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,144Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
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4:50 pm - 9:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
18h 35m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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1:45 am - 7:25 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
27h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$1,150Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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8:10 am - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
27h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rome Fiumicino
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2:00 am - 12:35 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,165Lufthansa
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Qatar Airways Logo
9:43 am - 9:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
24h 17m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl
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5:25 am - 12:40 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,355Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Riyadh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Riyadh?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Riyadh typically range from $923 to $1,205. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $800, on ITA Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Riyadh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Riyadh. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Riyadh?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Riyadh at $872 round-trip.
•December ($1,219) and June ($1,191) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Francisco to Riyadh flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$495
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Riyadh

When to book flights from San Francisco to Riyadh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Riyadh flight questions, answered

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Riyadh?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Riyadh:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Riyadh?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Riyadh takes 00m, covering 8,050 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Riyadh flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Riyadh range from $923 to $1,205, with an average of $1,109 over the past 12 months. Anything below $923 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Riyadh looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Riyadh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $918, which is 45% 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 starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Final Rentals

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Riyadh?

    Flights from San Francisco to Riyadh usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Riyadh pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Riyadh most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Riyadh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from San Francisco to Riyadh. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $933 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,315, a difference of $382.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Riyadh?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 55m, compared with 20h 09m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 20h 27m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Riyadh?

    Riyadh is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Arabian Time vs Pacific 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 King Abdulaziz International Conference Centre, Kingdom Center and Al Faisaliyah Center. These are among the most viewed places in Riyadh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $933, about $382 less than Friday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Riyadh trip for November. Fares historically average $872 round-trip in that month - typically $347 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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