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Cheapest return flight
£397
Typical prices: £405-£529
Etihad Airways
Wed 21/11Fri 23/11
KUL - RUH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£276
Typical prices: £222-£350
IndiGo
Sat 8/12
KUL - RUH • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Riyadh Air. Average duration is 8h 26m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £332 (return)
Shortest trip • 11h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh (KUL-RUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh

Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
09:30 - 15:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:55 - 19:45RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£397Etihad Airways
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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09:30 - 15:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:55 - 19:45RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£398Etihad Airways
Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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09:20 - 15:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:30 - 08:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
16h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£515Etihad Airways
Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 15:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
28h 10m2 stops Krabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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11:35 - 05:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
12h 55m1 stop Kochi
£604Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
17:35 - 11:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
22h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl
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11:55 - 15:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 35m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Singapore Changi
£650Gulf Air
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
17:35 - 02:50KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl
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17:50 - 15:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
16h 40m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Singapore Changi
£797Gulf Air
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
17:35 - 02:50KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl
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17:50 - 15:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
16h 40m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Singapore Changi
£798Gulf Air
Fri, 13 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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23:05 - 00:35KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
30h 30m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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07:40 - 17:15RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 35m3 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
£1,051Ethiopian Air
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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23:05 - 00:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
30h 20m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Amman Queen Alia Intl
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03:40 - 17:15RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
32h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
£1,062Ethiopian Air
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:05 - 08:50KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
38h 45m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
07:40 - 17:15RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 35m3 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
£1,110Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights

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How much is a return flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh typically range from £405 to £529. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £397 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh at £392 return.
•August (£601) and July (£529) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh the cheapest?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£276
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh:

    • Earliest: departs at 16:45 and lands at 01:11
    • Latest: departs at 17:00 and lands at 01:26.

    The flight takes about 8h 26m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh.

  • How long is a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh takes 8h 26m, covering 3,960 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flight?

    Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh range from £405 to £529, with an average of £450 over the past 12 months. Anything below £405 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the £450 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £332 return via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), compared with £726 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Malaysia Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • Have flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £397 to £1,801. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £758, which is 189% 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 £11 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 33m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Muscat Seeb (MCT) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £437 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £468, a difference of £31.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Only Riyadh Air operates flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Riyadh.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 46m, compared to 11h 47m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 11h 51m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Riyadh?

    Riyadh is 5 hours behind Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (Arabian Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Riyadh?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Among airlines operating Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights:

    • SAUDIA: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh flights?

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

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

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

Your guide to booking Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average £437, about £31 less than Thursday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh trip for April. Fares historically average £392 return in that month – typically £208 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with SAUDIA. Over the past three months, 95% of SAUDIA flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Riyadh arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 95%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 33m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £332 return on this route – about £394 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh?

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

Direct departures

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tuesday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Thursday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Saturday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

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Direct returns

Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Wednesday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

Friday

Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air

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