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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick to Riyadh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in March.

London Gatwick to Riyadh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Riyadh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riyadh.

London to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,231
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Riyadh is RM1,231. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM1,231.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Riyadh is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Riyadh Airport on Wednesday, 19 March 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Riyadh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riyadh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Khaled International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between LGW and RUH:

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Cote D'Azur Airport

  • Before organising your cheap ticket from LGW to RUH, check whether you need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to King Khaled International Airport is RM429. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,231. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from LGW to RUH, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a ticket from London Gatwick Airport to King Khaled International Airport.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LGW to RUH. There's no need to check every day to see whether fares have fallen. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • After a handy hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

  • From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from LGW to RUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.

More about Riyadh

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Riyadh right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from LGW to RUH:

  • Kingdom Centre Tower and National Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Riyadh itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Riyadh Zoo.

Complete your Riyadh trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to King Khaled International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Riyadh trip.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.