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Cheapest return flight
£464
Typical prices: £477-£719
Ethiopian Air
Fri 19/10Tue 23/10
RUH - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£247
Typical prices: £303-£532
Etihad Airways
Sun 14/10
RUH - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Riyadh and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 31% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £576 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 11h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Cape Town (RUH-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Riyadh to Cape Town

Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£464Ethiopian Air
Sun, 18 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£467Ethiopian Air
Sun, 18 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£468Ethiopian Air
Thu, 14 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£470Ethiopian Air
Thu, 14 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£470Ethiopian Air
Thu, 14 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£501Ethiopian Air
Thu, 14 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:40 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£501Ethiopian Air
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
04:20 - 14:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 02:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
36h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£506Etihad Airways
Thu, 14 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
21:40 - 17:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 03:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£658Qatar Airways
Thu, 14 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
21:40 - 17:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 10:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£658Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Riyadh to Cape Town start at £464. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £477 to £719. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £464 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Cape Town and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Cape Town at £422 return.
•May (£720) and March (£668) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Riyadh to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Riyadh to Cape Town are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Riyadh to Cape Town flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£247
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Riyadh to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Riyadh to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Riyadh to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Riyadh to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh to Cape Town?

    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 Riyadh to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Riyadh to Cape Town range from £477 to £719, with an average of £612 over the past 12 months. Anything below £477 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Riyadh to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of £612. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Riyadh to Cape Town 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 £464 to £3,185. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £368, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

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

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 64% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 3% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Riyadh to Cape Town route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £595 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £676, a difference of £81. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 31m, compared to 14h 49m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 16h 06m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Riyadh to Cape Town 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 Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £595 – about £81 less than Thursday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average £422 return in that month – typically £299 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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