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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $479. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Riyadh.$181 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.
Riyadh.$181 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.
Riyadh.$201 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.
Riyadh.$201 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.
Riyadh.$201 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.
Riyadh.$243 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.
Riyadh.$262 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $262, select.
Riyadh.$303 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Riyadh.$327 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $327, select.
Riyadh.$487 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 May.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $487, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from $201
Aug
from $262
Sep
from $201
Oct
from $181
Nov
from $181
Dec
from $303
Jan
from $243
Feb
from $201
Mar
from $327
Apr
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May
from $487
Jun
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Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh: Alternative routes

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Cheapest flight found$181
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh is $359. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from $359.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Riyadh is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport on Monday, 9 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ankara Esenboga Airport and Riyadh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riyadh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know

  • Ankara and Riyadh are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ESB to RUH flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ESB and RUH:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Istanbul Sabiha Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • Currently, $181 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $359. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ESB to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from ESB to RUH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport.

Handy information about Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)

  • 78% of flights that depart Ankara Esenboga Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Central Ankara to Ankara Esenboga Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near ESB? If you're boarding an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • Consider checking in to Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel after arriving from your Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. It's a quick drive from RUH and a good choice if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.

  • Pick up a Riyadh Airport rental car and explore Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Riyadh Airport about four weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Riyadh in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you want to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ESB to RUH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

  • Riyadh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you'll want to see. About 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.

  • Al Kharj is another place worth checking out during your time in Saudi Arabia. Head on over to this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to see highlights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque.

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