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Cheapest return flight
£559
Typical prices: £540-£691
Etihad Airways
Tue 16/10Sat 20/10
CPT - RUH • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Riyadh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 15% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg £601 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 11h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Riyadh (CPT-RUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Riyadh

Fri, 16 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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13:50 - 02:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
35h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:20 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£559Etihad Airways
Fri, 16 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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13:50 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
25h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:20 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£561Etihad Airways
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£567Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£568Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£570Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£608Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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09:00 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
16h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
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03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£626Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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03:40 - 18:55RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
£629Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Riyadh flights

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

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

Return flights from Cape Town to Riyadh start at £559. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £540 to £691. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £559 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Riyadh at £514 return.
•August (£701) and September (£671) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Riyadh flights

Low season

July
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Riyadh

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    Flights from Cape Town to Riyadh usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Riyadh.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Riyadh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Riyadh most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Cape Town to Riyadh route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £567 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £688, a difference of £121. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Riyadh?

    Kingdom Center is one of the most viewed places in Riyadh on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Riyadh takes 0h 00m, covering 4,467 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town 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.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Riyadh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £559 to £629. That means the highest observed fare was about 12% higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Riyadh?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 37m, compared to 15h 06m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 15h 53m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Riyadh?

    Riyadh is 1 hour ahead of Cape Town (Arabian Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH)?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Final Rentals
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Riyadh flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Riyadh range from £540 to £691, with an average of £603 over the past 12 months. Anything below £540 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town 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 Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average £567 – about £121 less than Saturday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Riyadh trip for November. Fares historically average £514 return in that month – typically £187 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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