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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Almaty

Key numbers to know before you book

Lowest recent price
SAR 745
Direct flight duration 7 hour 30 min
Arrival airports ALA
Best days to book Friday, Sunday
Average over the last 30 days
SAR 1,012

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Almaty

Shortest Flight

Air Arabia

6 Sep, Sun

Riyadh – Almaty

7h 30m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

9 Sep, Wed

Riyadh – Almaty

7h 30m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

11 Sep, Fri

Riyadh – Almaty

15h 20m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

13 Sep, Sun

Riyadh – Almaty

15h 20m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

14 Sep, Mon

Riyadh – Almaty

15h 20m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

16 Sep, Wed

Riyadh – Almaty

15h 20m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

20 Sep, Sun

Riyadh – Almaty

7h 30m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

21 Sep, Mon

Riyadh – Almaty

7h 30m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Air Arabia

25 Sep, Fri

Riyadh – Almaty

15h 20m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

SAR 721

Last update: 27 August 2026 09:22

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Almaty Flights

Cheapest Day21 September Monday

Best Price

SAR 719

Average Price

SAR 1,270

SAR 2,060

SAR 719

SAR 1,965

26Wed

Aug

SAR 1,674

27Thu

SAR 2,060

28Fri

SAR 1,505

29Sat

SAR 1,594

30Sun

SAR 1,438

31Mon

SAR 1,299

01Tue

Sep

SAR 1,299

02Wed

SAR 1,331

03Thu

SAR 1,298

04Fri

SAR 1,299

05Sat

SAR 1,360

06Sun

SAR 1,340

07Mon

SAR 1,297

08Tue

SAR 741

09Wed

SAR 1,335

10Thu

SAR 734

11Fri

SAR 1,337

12Sat

SAR 734

13Sun

SAR 734

14Mon

SAR 1,299

15Tue

SAR 1,224

16Wed

SAR 1,339

17Thu

SAR 1,339

18Fri

SAR 1,226

19Sat

SAR 734

20Sun

SAR 719

21Mon

SAR 1,298

22Tue

SAR 1,216

23Wed

SAR 1,339

24Thu

Key Features of the Airlines

Lowest Fares
Hajj & Umrah Specialist
Easy Mobile Booking

Best LCC Middle East
Flexible Rebooking
Wide Domestic Network

Egypt-KSA Specialist
30kg Free Baggage
Full Service Included

Full Service with Meals
23kg Free Baggage
SkyTeam Member

Star Alliance Member
Complimentary Meals
2x23kg Baggage

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center

King Khalid Intl. Airport

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.

Taxi

Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.

Bus Services

Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.

Metro

Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.

Hotel Shuttles

Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.

Rental Car

For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.

Transportation to Almaty City Center from Airport

Almaty Intl. Airport

There are not many alternatives to travel between Almaty Airport and the city center in Almaty, where there is not heavy traffic flow. Almaty Airport occupies an important place in the transportation thanks to its international terminal at which you can satisfy your needs before and after your flight and easily make your flights.

You don’t have many options to reach the city center from Almaty Airport, which is 18 kilometers away from Almaty city center; however, it is possible to reach the city center quickly thanks to low traffic flow in the city. You can go to the city center by taking a taxi or renting a car. Parking lots for private cars are also available at the airport.

Taxi

Taxi is the most convenient option you can use to reach the city center from Almaty Airport. You can get to the city center in a short time by taking a taxi you can get at the airport as soon as your plane lands. The fact that there is not traffic congestion in the city also means that you can go quickly to the city center.

Rent a car

Another option to reach the city center is to rent a car. You can go to the city center comfortably by driving the car you rent from the car rental offices at Almaty Airport. You can rent a car with or without a driver and deliver it to car rental offices in the city center. You can visit the airport’s website to find out the car rental companies you can choose from.

Almaty Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Wednesday

26 Aug

Clear

27°15°

Today

Thursday

27 Aug

Clear

31°17°

Friday

28 Aug

Clear

34°19°

Saturday

29 Aug

Clear

35°21°

Sunday

30 Aug

Clear

32°20°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wingie offer the cheapest Riyadh-Almaty flights?

When you search for Riyadh-Almaty flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Riyadh-Almaty flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Almaty flights?

For Riyadh-Almaty flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Almaty Intl. Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Almaty and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Riyadh-Almaty is 3439 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 10 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Almaty flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Almaty flights is Friday.

Riyadh-Almaty: which airline is better value on this route?

On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Air Arabia starts from approximately SAR 719.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Turkish Airlines	SAR 1,965	1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Complimentary Refreshments
Salam Air	SAR 1,258	—
Air Arabia	SAR 719	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) / Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund
Emirates	SAR 1,294	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
Pegasus	SAR 1,214	1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
Flydubai	SAR 2,667	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x38x20 cm) / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments