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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $322. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Rome to Riyadh

Rome to Riyadh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome to Riyadh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riyadh.

Rome to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$183
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time5 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineITA Airways
Average flights per week44

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Riyadh is $322. 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.
5 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Riyadh.
ITA Airways, Saudia and Aerolíneas Argentinas fly direct from Rome to Riyadh.
As of March 2026, there are 44 flights per week flying from Rome to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Riyadh is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Riyadh Airport on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 13 minutes.
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.

Flying from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH): What you need to know

  • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is Rome's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) leaving from here.

  • 5 hours 15 minutes is the average duration of a direct Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.

  • Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Rome.

  • With 11 direct flights a week between the two airports, Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is the busiest route. Saudia operates the earliest flight at 7:45am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from FCO to RUH is with Saudia at 4:10pm.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to RUH.

  • Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Rome

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) take off from this terminal.

  • Book your direct flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport with Saudia. This well-known airline offers services from FCO.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between FCO and RUH is Saudia.

  • Saudia is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rome to RUH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:

    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)

  • Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 78% of flights that depart Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on time.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is a popular option between Rome Ciampino Airport and RUH.

  • CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Rome to RUH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • Rome Ciampino Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 85% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.

About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

  • Consider staying moments from the tarmac after your flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a comfortable option close to RUH. Or check in and relax at Makarem Riyadh Hotel before travelling to your final destination.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.

Getting from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

  • From Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, central Riyadh is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

  • $183 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Return flights start at $322. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • To snag cheap flights from Rome to RUH, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Rome to RUH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH). January is the peak month for travel to Riyadh. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.

  • The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your Rome to RUH plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Riyadh

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Riyadh right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Al Masmak Palace Museum, King Abdulaziz Historical Centre and The National Museum are top attractions which should feature on any good Riyadh itinerary.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

  • Saudi Arabia is home to loads of other awesome places to put on your itinerary, such as Al Kharj. Around 153 kilometres southeast of Riyadh, swing by top sights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque while you're there.

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