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Flight deals from Riyadh to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,369. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.$1,327 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,327, select.

San Francisco.$1,335 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,335, select.

San Francisco.$1,338 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,338, select.

San Francisco.$1,350 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,350, select.

San Francisco.$1,359 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,359, select.

San Francisco.$1,361 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr, returning Fri, 16 Apr.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,361, select.

San Francisco.$1,363 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,363, select.

San Francisco.$1,367 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,367, select.

San Francisco.$1,394 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Mar, returning Tue, 30 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,394, select.

San Francisco.$1,398 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,398, select.

San Francisco.$1,419 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan, returning Sat, 30 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,419, select.

San Francisco.$1,507 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May, returning Thu, 3 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 13 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,507, select.

San Francisco.$1,586 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun, returning Sat, 19 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,586, select.

San Francisco.$1,599 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan, returning Fri, 5 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,599, select.

San Francisco.$1,603 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,603, select.

San Francisco.$1,625 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May, returning Thu, 27 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 10 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,625, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to San Francisco International

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

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Riyadh to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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

Riyadh to San Francisco: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,327
Cheapest month to fly	February

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Riyadh to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to San Francisco International is $1,327. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Riyadh to San Francisco International?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,330.

How many flights are there a week from Riyadh to San Francisco International?

As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to San Francisco International is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, 23 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

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 San Francisco International 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.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is 11 hours behind Riyadh.
Give yourself enough time to catch your RUH to SFO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between RUH and SFO:
- Dubai Airport
- Munich Airport
- Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

$980 is currently the best price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,327. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RUH to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RUH to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)

Riyadh Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport, have a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short ride from RUH.

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Book a hotel close to SFO if you're catching a late Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of San Francisco and beyond.
Reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Francisco. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Riyadh Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.

Explore more of the United States

San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, head for Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are highlights.