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Cheapest return flight
£79
Typical prices: £118-£174
SAUDIA
Mon 5/11Wed 7/11
ELQ - RUH • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£193
Typical prices: £59-£88
SAUDIA
Sat 6/10
ELQ - RUH • Direct
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You can fly direct with SAUDIA. Average duration is 1h 02m
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Most punctual • 96% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Gassim to Riyadh (ELQ-RUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gassim to Riyadh

Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
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22:30 - 23:30ELQ  Gassim-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
1h 00mdirect
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09:05 - 10:15RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-ELQ Gassim
1h 10mdirect
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Gassim to Riyadh flights

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

How much is a return flight from Gassim to Riyadh?

Return flights from Gassim to Riyadh start at £79. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £118 to £174. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £79 on SAUDIA.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Gassim to Riyadh and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 47% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Gassim to Riyadh?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Gassim to Riyadh at £116 return.
•May (£252) and January (£216) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 116% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Gassim to Riyadh flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£79
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
Flights from Gassim to Riyadh

When to book flights from Gassim to Riyadh

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Gassim to Riyadh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Gassim to Riyadh:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:00 and lands at 12:02
    • Latest: departs at 22:30 and lands at 23:32.

    The flight takes about 1h 02m.

  • How long is a flight from Gassim to Riyadh?

    A direct flight from Gassim to Riyadh takes 1h 02m, covering 205 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Gassim to Riyadh?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

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

    Return flights from Gassim to Riyadh range from £118 to £174, with an average of £128 over the past 12 months. Anything below £118 counts as a good deal.

  • How does SAUDIA's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Gassim to Riyadh flights?

    SAUDIA is the only airline operating Gassim to Riyadh flights. 96% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Gassim to Riyadh?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £34–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Gassim to Riyadh?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SAUDIA and flyadeal. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Gassim to Riyadh spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Gassim to Riyadh flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Gassim to Riyadh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £194, which is 204% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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

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

    Flights from Gassim to Riyadh usually depart from Gassim (ELQ) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Gassim to Riyadh?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Gassim 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 Gassim to Riyadh route, 4% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 37 minutes.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Gassim to Riyadh route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £119 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £189, a difference of £70. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Gassim to Riyadh?

    Only SAUDIA operates flights between Gassim and Riyadh.

  • What popular places can I visit in Riyadh?

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Gassim to Riyadh flights?

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

    • SAUDIA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Gassim 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 instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £119 – about £70 less than Tuesday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gassim to Riyadh trip for October. Fares historically average £116 return in that month – typically £136 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Gassim to Riyadh?

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

Direct departures

Gassim to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Gassim

Monday

SAUDIA

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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