About This Route
Dubai to Riyadh is served by British Airways, Qatar Airways, Virgin Atlantic and 2 more, offering multiple options for award travelers. Compare 9 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 6,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award Pricing Comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qatar Avios | 6,000 | 15,000 | 25,000 |
| Emirates Skywards | 7,500 | 15,000 | 25,000 |
| Etihad Guest | 15,000 | 35,000 | 60,000 |
| Turkish Miles | 15,000 | 30,000 | -- |
| Flying Blue | 25,000 | 55,000 | -- |
| Avios (BA) | 27,500 | 88,000 | 75,000 |
| KrisFlyer | 32,000 | 68,000 | 95,000 |
| Asia Miles | 35,000 | 88,000 | 135,000 |
| Aeroplan | 60,000 | 90,000 | -- |
Points shown are approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary based on dates, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines Flying This Route
British Airways
BA
Qatar Airways
QR
Virgin Atlantic
VS
Cathay Pacific
CX
Emirates
EK
Best Programs for This Route
Qatar Avios
Biz: 15,000 ptsEmirates Skywards
Biz: 15,000 ptsEtihad Guest
Biz: 35,000 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 30,000 ptsFlying Blue
Biz: 55,000 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 88,000 ptsKrisFlyer
Biz: 68,000 ptsAsia Miles
Biz: 88,000 ptsAeroplan
Biz: 90,000 ptsBooking Tips
- Qatar Avios offers the cheapest economy award at 6,000 points
- Best business class value: Qatar Avios at 15,000 points
- First class available from 25,000 points via Qatar Avios
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points to fly from Dubai to Riyadh?
The cheapest option is Qatar Avios starting at 6,000 points in economy. Compare 9 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Dubai to Riyadh with points?
Qatar Avios offers business class for 15,000 points one-way. Other options include Emirates Skywards at 15,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for DXB to RUH?
You can book this route with Qatar Avios, Emirates Skywards, Etihad Guest, Turkish Miles, Flying Blue, Avios (BA), KrisFlyer, Asia Miles, Aeroplan. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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