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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM1,640. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Bangkok

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

Direct flights from Riyadh to Bangkok

Alternative Riyadh to Bangkok routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Riyadh to Bangkok? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Riyadh to Bangkok: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM590
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineVietnam Airlines
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Bangkok: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Bangkok: Don Mueang and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.
The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Bangkok is RM1,240. 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.
7 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Bangkok.
Vietnam Airlines, Saudia and Thai AirAsia X fly direct from Riyadh to Bangkok.
As of May 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Bangkok.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Bangkok is usually August.
If you're flying from Riyadh Airport, the cheapest airport near Bangkok is Don Mueang – which is 21.5 km away from the centre of Bangkok. We've found flights into this airport from RM1,240.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok on Saturday, 1 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 8 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 Bangkok 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 Bangkok is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 30°C. April is typically the warmest month in Bangkok, when it usually averages around 35°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 22°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Thai AirAsia X offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bangkok.

Flying from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Bangkok: what you need to know

  • Around 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok.

  • Bangkok is four hours ahead of Riyadh, where Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located. Bangkok observes the UTC+7 timezone.

  • With three weekly flights between the two airports, Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. Saudia operates the earliest flight at 02:10. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from RUH to BKK is with Saudia at 02:45.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your RUH to Bangkok flight.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Direct Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok tickets are available for booking. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is where you'll complete your journey.

  • Book your ticket with Saudia. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from RUH to Bangkok. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)

    • Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)

    • Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)

  • Travelling from central Riyadh to RUH takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok? Stay somewhere close to RUH, like Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Makarem Riyadh Hotel will also have you moments from the terminal.

  • Riyadh King Khalid International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH land on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Bangkok

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok flight is RM590. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,240. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flights from RUH to Bangkok, book your trip eight months before your planned departure.

  • The best month for finding cheap Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap flight from RUH to Bangkok is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok.

Airports in Bangkok

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)

  • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport about four weeks before your flight from RUH to Bangkok.

Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)

  • Once your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 24 kilometres from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your RUH to Bangkok flight:

  • Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Bangkok

  • February is the busiest month for flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Bangkok in May.

  • Book a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to Bangkok in January when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

More about Bangkok

  • Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bangkok, explore our range of hotels including:

  • Wat Phra Kaew and Grand Palace are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Bangkok to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Songkran Festival Silom.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Bangkok is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres northeast of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Ratchasima, about 225 kilometres northeast of Bangkok. Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That are highlights.

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