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Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Vienna

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

Direct flights from Riyadh to Vienna

Riyadh to Vienna: Alternative routes

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

Riyadh to Vienna: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,996
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineSaudia
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Vienna: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Vienna is R 4,102. 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.
5 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Vienna.
Saudia and Flynas fly direct from Riyadh to Vienna.
As of April 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Vienna.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Vienna is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Vienna Airport on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 38 minutes.
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 Vienna 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 Vienna is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, flyadeal and Flynas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Vienna.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport.

  • The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Riyadh.

  • You can choose from four weekly King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport flights. The 05:05 departure with flynas is the earliest available. Wizz Air Malta operates the last service of the day at 18:45.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to VIE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • With direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Vienna (and then other parts of Austria) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • Saudia tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RUH and VIE:

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • R 1,996 is the lowest price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,102. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from RUH to VIE by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH to VIE by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH land on time.

  • To get to King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VIE instead:

  • Grab a Vienna International Airport rental car and discover Vienna and beyond with your own set of wheels. U-Save, Wheego and Dryyve are leading providers you can book with here.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Vienna International Airport around one week before you travel.

Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna

  • Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Vienna. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Vienna in January.

  • The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Vienna International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from RUH to VIE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.

Explore more of Austria

  • Vienna is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Austria just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres south-west of Vienna, a visit to Graz will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Schlossberg, Kunsthaus Graz and Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of Austria, head for Linz, about 153 kilometres west of Vienna. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Hauptplatz are the start of reasons to visit.

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