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Cheapest return flight
238 €
Typical prices: 423 €-697 €
Ajet
Wed 21.11.Wed 12.12.
FRA - RUH • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
548 €
Typical prices: 614 €-784 €
Lufthansa
Thu 20.12.Tue 2.1.
FRA - RUH • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa and SAUDIA. Average duration is 5h 54m
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Most punctual • 78% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg 322 € (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Riyadh (FRA-RUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Frankfurt to Riyadh

Sat, 21. Nov - Sat, 12. Dec
Ajet Logo
13:50 - 2:50FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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4:05 - 12:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
238 €Ajet
Mon, 23. Nov - Sun, 13. Dec
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13:50 - 2:50FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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4:05 - 12:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
238 €Ajet
Wed, 25. Nov - Sun, 13. Dec
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15:35 - 1:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
8h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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4:05 - 12:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
274 €Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1. Dec - Fri, 11. Dec
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15:35 - 1:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
8h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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4:05 - 15:55RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
278 €Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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11:35 - 1:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
12h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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2:40 - 10:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
311 €Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 18. Nov - Fri, 11. Dec
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15:35 - 1:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
8h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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2:40 - 10:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
311 €Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 27. Nov - Sun, 13. Dec
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11:30 - 22:25FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
8h 55m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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2:55 - 10:40RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
458 €ITA Airways
Sun, 29. Nov - Sun, 13. Dec
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11:30 - 22:25FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
8h 55m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
ITA Airways Logo
2:55 - 10:40RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
458 €ITA Airways
Sun, 20. Dec - Sat, 2. Jan
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12:10 - 19:55FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 45mdirect
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2:00 - 6:45RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
6h 45mdirect
548 €Lufthansa
Fri, 18. Dec - Tue, 22. Dec
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12:10 - 19:55FRA  Frankfurt am Main-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
5h 45mdirect
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2:00 - 6:45RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
6h 45mdirect
551 €Lufthansa
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights

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How much is a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh typically range from 423 € to 697 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 238 € on Ajet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh at 378 € return.
•December (702 €) and March (598 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

126 €
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh

When to book flights from Frankfurt to Riyadh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:10 and lands at 18:04
    • Latest: departs at 15:15 and lands at 21:09.

    The flight takes about 5h 54m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh takes 5h 54m, covering 6.905 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh range from 423 € to 697 €, with an average of 582 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 423 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the 582 € route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 322 € return via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), compared with 679 € for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 89 €–89 € 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Thai Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Lufthansa is the only airline on the Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 431 €, which is 48% 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 rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 14 € for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh usually depart from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and arrive at Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh route, 26% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 37m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 517 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 610 €, a difference of 94 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    2 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Riyadh. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • SAUDIA

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh?

    Flying via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 54m, compared to 9h 11m via Istanbul (IST) and 9h 23m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

  • What is the time difference between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Riyadh?

    Riyadh is 2 hours ahead of Frankfurt am Main Airport (Arabian Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights?

    Among airlines operating Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh flights?

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

    • Lufthansa: 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average 517 €, about 94 € less than Friday fares (15% 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 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh trip for February. Fares historically average 378 € return in that month – typically 324 € less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Lufthansa. Over the past three months, 78% of Lufthansa flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riyadh arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 74%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 37m, 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 322 € return on this route – about 356 € less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Riyadh King Khaled Intl?

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

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Monday

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Lufthansa,SAUDIA

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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