How long is the Delhi to Riyadh flight?

Non-stop Delhi → Riyadh is about 5 hours 40 minutes westbound. Return RUH → DEL is shorter (about 5 hours 10 minutes) thanks to tailwinds.

Which airlines fly direct from Delhi to Riyadh?

Saudia operates around a daily B777-300ER non-stop, Air India runs a daily B787-8 Dreamliner, and flynas adds limited A320neo frequencies — totalling around 2 daily non-stops.

Do Indians need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Yes. The good news is that Saudi Arabia opened tourist eVisas to Indians in September 2019. The Saudi Arabia eVisa costs around USD 80 (~₹6,700) plus health insurance, valid 1 year multi-entry with 90-day max stays, processed in 1–7 days via the official Visit Saudi portal.

What is the time difference between Delhi and Riyadh?

Riyadh is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Delhi. Saudi Arabia runs on AST (UTC+3); India runs on IST (UTC+5:30).

Which Delhi terminal handles Riyadh flights?

All Delhi → Riyadh non-stops depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport's Terminal 3 (T3).

When are flights from Delhi to Riyadh most expensive?

Hajj season (Dhul-Hijjah, typically June–July) is the most expensive period — fares can triple. Indian school holidays (April–July) and Christmas–New Year are also peaks. Avoid these for the cheapest fares.

What is the cheapest month to fly Delhi to Riyadh?

February, early March and September–October are typically the cheapest months (post-Hajj, pre-winter). Mid-week red-eye departures usually find the lowest fares within these windows.

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Delhi to Riyadh flights — quick facts

Distance: ≈ 3,870 km

Non-stop flight time: ≈ 5h 40m

Direct flights per day: ≈ 2 non-stops daily

Airlines flying Delhi Riyadh: Saudia, Air India, flynas (limited)

Visa for Indians: Saudi Arabia eVisa (USD 80, easy since 2019) or Umrah/Hajj visa via authorised agent

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