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Cheapest return flight
£645
Typical prices: £663-£881
British Airways
Thu 25/1Tue 30/1
RUH - SAN • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Riyadh and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg £760 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 22h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to San Diego (RUH-SAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Riyadh to San Diego

Mon, 25 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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01:00 - 21:44RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego
31h 44m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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11:20 - 22:50SAN  San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
24h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
£645British Airways
Mon, 25 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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01:00 - 21:44RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego
31h 44m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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11:20 - 22:50SAN  San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
24h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
£646British Airways
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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03:40 - 15:28RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego
46h 48m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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21:39 - 08:00SAN  San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
47h 21m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome Addis Ababa Bole
£1,546Ethiopian Air
Wed, 9 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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04:00 - 22:33RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego
29h 33m2 stops Dubai Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:20 - 18:45SAN  San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
45h 25m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Dubai Intl
£1,909Emirates
Wed, 9 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:25 - 15:18RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAN San Diego
49h 53m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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21:50 - 08:00SAN  San Diego-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
47h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£2,273Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to San Diego flights

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How much is a return flight from Riyadh to San Diego?

Return flights from Riyadh to San Diego typically range from £663 to £881. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £645 on British Airways.

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Key details for Riyadh to San Diego flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£645
Beat the crowds with an average 85% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Riyadh to San Diego

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to San Diego?

    A direct flight from Riyadh to San Diego takes 00m, covering 8,306 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh to San Diego?

    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 San Diego flight?

    Return flights from Riyadh to San Diego range from £663 to £881, with an average of £808 over the past 12 months. Anything below £663 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Riyadh to San Diego 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 £645 to £2,273. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Riyadh to San Diego usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to San Diego pass through?

    Connecting flights from Riyadh to San Diego most commonly pass through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 67% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 33% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 89% on flights from Riyadh to San Diego. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £663 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £5,632, a difference of £4,969.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 San Diego?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 36m, compared to 22h 09m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and San Diego?

    San Diego is 10 hours behind Riyadh (Pacific Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are San Diego Convention Center, La Jolla Cove, and Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Riyadh to San Diego 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average £663, about £4,969 less than Friday fares (88% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to San Diego trip for April. Fares historically average £663 return in that month – typically £272 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort

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