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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Almaty

Lowest recent price
1,197 SAR
Direct flight duration 8 hour 45 min
Arrival airports ALA
Best days to book Thursday, Tuesday
Average over the last 30 days
1,101 SAR

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Almaty

Best Price

Pegasus

27 Nov, Fri

Riyadh – Almaty

20h 45m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,197 SAR

Shortest Flight

Emirates

28 Oct, Wed

Riyadh – Almaty

9h 15m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,290 SAR

Emirates

30 Oct, Fri

Riyadh – Almaty

9h 15m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,290 SAR

Emirates

25 Nov, Wed

Riyadh – Almaty

9h 15m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,290 SAR

Emirates

6 Nov, Fri

Riyadh – Almaty

9h 15m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,294 SAR

Emirates

8 Nov, Sun

Riyadh – Almaty

9h 15m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,294 SAR

Emirates

10 Nov, Tue

Riyadh – Almaty

15h 50m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,294 SAR

Emirates

11 Nov, Wed

Riyadh – Almaty

9h 15m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,294 SAR

Emirates

12 Nov, Thu

Riyadh – Almaty

15h 10m

1 stop

RUH–ALA

1,294 SAR

Last update: 27 October 2026 02:30

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Almaty Flights

Cheapest Day27 November Friday

Best Price

1,197 SAR

Average Price

1,417 SAR

2,051 SAR

1,197 SAR

1,290 SAR

28Wed

Oct

1,290 SAR

30Fri

1,594 SAR

01Sun

Nov

1,600 SAR

02Mon

2,051 SAR

03Tue

1,681 SAR

04Wed

1,380 SAR

05Thu

1,294 SAR

06Fri

1,294 SAR

08Sun

1,300 SAR

09Mon

1,294 SAR

10Tue

1,294 SAR

11Wed

1,294 SAR

12Thu

1,294 SAR

13Fri

1,294 SAR

16Mon

1,493 SAR

19Thu

1,372 SAR

21Sat

1,290 SAR

25Wed

1,476 SAR

26Thu

1,197 SAR

27Fri

1,681 SAR

02Wed

Dec

1,389 SAR

03Thu

1,382 SAR

04Fri

1,300 SAR

07Mon

1,375 SAR

10Thu

1,655 SAR

12Sat

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

Today

Tuesday

27 Oct

Clear

11°0°

Wednesday

28 Oct

Cloudy

12°3°

Thursday

29 Oct

Fog

12°4°

Friday

30 Oct

Clear

13°3°

Saturday

31 Oct

Fog

13°2°

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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, Riyadh Bus Station 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 straight-line distance between Riyadh and Almaty is about 3439 km. According to Wingie flight data, there were no direct flights on this route in the last 30 days; the shortest connecting flight took about 8 hour 45 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 Monday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Almaty?

Pegasus, Emirates, Air Arabia, Qatar Airways organizes direct flights between Riyadh-Almaty.

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 Pegasus starts from approximately 1,162 SAR.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Emirates	1,221 SAR	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
Salam Air	1,282 SAR	—
Oman Air	1,311 SAR	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 5 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Saudi Arabian Airlines	1,925 SAR	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage
Air Arabia	1,611 SAR	Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm)
Pegasus	1,162 SAR	1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)