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Flight deals from Velana International to Riyadh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs137,411. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Riyadh.Rs73,516 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,516, select.
Riyadh.Rs73,959 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,959, select.
Riyadh.Rs85,370 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,370, select.
Riyadh.Rs88,155 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs88,155, select.
Riyadh.Rs89,949 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,949, select.
Riyadh.Rs91,067 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs91,067, select.
Riyadh.Rs93,564 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs93,564, select.
Riyadh.Rs99,667 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,667, select.
Riyadh.Rs114,222 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Mar.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Velana International on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs114,222, select.
Riyadh.Rs133,976 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs133,976, select.
Riyadh.Rs134,122 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Velana International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,122, select.
Riyadh.Rs137,157 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs137,157, select.
Riyadh.Rs137,214 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs137,214, select.
Riyadh.Rs261,294 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Velana International on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs261,294, select.
Riyadh.Rs261,294 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Velana International on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs261,294, select.
Riyadh.Rs261,294 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jul.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Velana International on Tue, 13 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs261,294, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Velana International to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from Rs85,370
Aug
from Rs73,516
Sep
from Rs73,959
Oct
from Rs91,067
Nov
from Rs88,155
Dec
from Rs89,949
Jan
from Rs93,564
Feb
from Rs261,294
Mar
from Rs114,222
Apr
from Rs134,122
May
from Rs261,294
Jun
from Rs261,294

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Malé to Riyadh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs73,516
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time6 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineFlynas
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Velana International to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Velana International to Riyadh is Rs121,836. 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.
6 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Velana International to Riyadh.
Flynas, Beond and Euroairlines, S.L. fly direct from Velana International to Riyadh.
As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Velana International to Riyadh.
The cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Riyadh is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport on Saturday, 26 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 10 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 Riyadh 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 Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Air Arabia and Flynas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know

  • Around 6 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport.

  • Riyadh is two hours behind Malé and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MLE to RUH flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Beond has direct flights from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Beond.

  • With a dependable 84.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Saudia has the best on-time performance for MLE to RUH flights.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between MLE and RUH include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Zayed International Airport

    • Bahrain Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • Rs73,516 is the best price for a one-way Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs121,836. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from MLE to RUH, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MLE to RUH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • Of the departures from Velana International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Malé to Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MLE:

Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • After your Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight has arrived, kick back at a nearby hotel. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a good option within easy reach of RUH.

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Riyadh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Riyadh and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Riyadh Airport about four weeks before travelling.

When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Riyadh. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you'd like to go to Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MLE to RUH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

  • You've visited Riyadh, now it's time to discover other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey around 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to check off its must-visit sights. From Ithra to Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Al Kharj is another place to check out during your travels in Saudi Arabia. Journey to this destination, located about 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, for highlights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque.

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