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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,268. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Washington D.C..$1,268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,268, select.

Washington D.C..$1,268 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,268, select.

Washington D.C..$1,268 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,268, select.

Washington D.C..$1,268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Fri, 26 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,268, select.

Washington D.C..$1,268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,268, select.

Washington D.C..$1,268 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,268, select.

Washington D.C..$1,269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,269, select.

Washington D.C..$1,301 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Thu, 23 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,301, select.

Washington D.C..$1,301 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,301, select.

Washington D.C..$1,302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,302, select.

Washington D.C..$1,311 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,311, select.

Washington D.C..$1,339 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,339, select.

Washington D.C..$1,342 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,342, select.

Washington D.C..$1,378 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,378, select.

Washington D.C..$1,399 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,399, select.

Washington D.C..$1,410 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,410, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Washington D.C.

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

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Riyadh to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,268
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	14 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airline	Saudia
Average flights per week	10

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Washington D.C.?

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.

How much are return flights from Riyadh to Washington D.C.?

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Washington D.C. is $1,268. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Riyadh to Washington D.C.?

14 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Washington D.C..

Which airlines fly direct from Riyadh to Washington D.C.?

Saudia, Delta and Kuwait Airways fly direct from Riyadh to Washington D.C..

How many flights are there a week from Riyadh to Washington D.C.?

As of April 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Washington D.C..

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Washington D.C.?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Washington D.C. is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Washington D.C.?

If you're flying from Riyadh Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from $1,268.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Washington D.C. on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Washington D.C. on Sunday, 17 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Washington D.C.?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 23 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Riyadh Airport to Washington D.C.?

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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C.?

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

What’s the weather like in Washington D.C.?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Riyadh Airport to Washington D.C. with?

Currently, Etihad Airways and Saudia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Washington DC: what you need to know

King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is seven hours behind Riyadh.
The busiest route is from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Take your pick of three services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from RUH to IAD is the 08:10 Saudia option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 08:50 with Saudia.
Leave enough time to catch your RUH to Washington DC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC ticket. Start your journey at RUH and arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Saudia is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from RUH to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
RUH is around 27 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
If you have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra sleep) at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Makarem Riyadh Hotel is another convenient accommodation option near RUH.
King Khaled International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Washington DC

$756 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,268. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from RUH to Washington DC.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from RUH to Washington DC.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC. Book one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and explore beyond Washington DC's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from RUH to Washington DC can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Once your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your RUH to Washington DC flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from IAD one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Hop off your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC and go straight to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and typically takes 50 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel close to BWI. Get settled at one of these stays after your RUH to Washington DC flight:
Be in control of the next part of your trip with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are reliable rental providers.
About two weeks before your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC is the ideal time to book your ride from BWI. You're likely to snag a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.

Best time to go to Washington DC

Travel to Washington DC during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RUH to Washington DC around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

Start your Washington DC trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are attractions you won't want to skip in Washington DC.

Explore more of United States

You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel around 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.