Award flights from Dubai (DXB) to Riyadh (RUH)
In the last 30 days AwardTool saw award space on 5 programs for DXB→RUH. Lowest economy: 5,000 miles + $91.22 (Emirates Skywards). Lowest business: 12,500 points + $77.23 (Air Canada Aeroplan). Lowest first: 28,500 points + $445.97 (Virgin Australia Velocity).
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DXB to RUH at a glance
- From
- Dubai International, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)
- To
- King Khaled International, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (RUH)
- Programs with award space seen
- 5 of 5 programs tracked on this route
- Nonstop award space seen
- Yes, in economy, premium economy, business and first, via Air Canada Aeroplan, Delta SkyMiles, Emirates Skywards and Qantas Frequent Flyer
- Airlines seen on these awards
- Emirates (EK), Etihad Airways (EY), flydubai (FZ), Gulf Air (GF), KLM (KL), MEA (ME), Egyptair (MS), Qatar Airways (QR), Royal Jordanian (RJ), Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV), SriLankan Airlines (UL), Oman Air (WY)
- Departures with open awards
- Oct 2026 to Sep 2027
- Observation window
- Awards observed in the last 30 days
- Destination guide
- Award flights to Riyadh (RUH)
Compare programs by cabin
The lowest one-way award each program showed in each cabin, sorted by points.
Economy
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates SkywardsLowest observed | 5,000 pts + $91.22 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK) | 9+ | 326 | See dates | |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 7,500 pts + $77.23 | 1 stopNonstop from 23,100 pts | Emirates (EK), Etihad Airways (EY), flydubai (FZ), Gulf Air (GF) +2 more | 4 | 323 | See dates | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 10,200 pts + $84.18 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK), KLM (KL), Royal Jordanian (RJ), SriLankan Airlines (UL) +1 more | 2 | 323 | See dates | |
| Virgin Australia Velocity | 11,000 pts + $118.38 | 1 stop | Qatar Airways (QR) | 9+ | 305 | See dates | |
| Delta SkyMiles | 22,500 pts + $39.48 | Nonstop | Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV) | 3 | 296 | See dates |
Premium Economy
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates SkywardsLowest observed | 18,000 pts + $91.22 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK) | 2 | 284 | See dates | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 18,900 pts + $84.18 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK), KLM (KL), Royal Jordanian (RJ) | 2 | 284 | See dates | |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 43,800 pts + $66.33 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK), Gulf Air (GF), Egyptair (MS), Oman Air (WY) | 4 | 312 | See dates |
Not seen in premium economy: Delta SkyMiles and Virgin Australia Velocity.
Business
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada AeroplanLowest observed | 12,500 pts + $77.23 | 1 stopNonstop from 51,800 pts · Mixed cabin | Emirates (EK), Etihad Airways (EY), flydubai (FZ), Gulf Air (GF) +2 more | 2 | 323 | See dates | |
| Virgin Australia Velocity | 19,500 pts + $230.75 | 1 stop | Qatar Airways (QR) | 1 | 47 | See dates | |
| Emirates Skywards | 20,000 pts + $268.21 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK) | 3 | 325 | See dates | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 21,000 pts + $248.63 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK), KLM (KL), Royal Jordanian (RJ), SriLankan Airlines (UL) +1 more | 2 | 323 | See dates | |
| Delta SkyMiles | 40,000 pts + $39.48 | Nonstop | MEA (ME), Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV) | 1 | 305 | See dates |
First
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Australia VelocityLowest observed | 28,500 pts + $445.97 | 1 stop | Qatar Airways (QR) | 1 | 205 | See dates | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 34,800 pts + $248.63 | Nonstop | Emirates (EK) | 2 | 220 | See dates |
Not seen in first: Air Canada Aeroplan, Delta SkyMiles and Emirates Skywards.
Not seen means AwardTool hasn't observed this cabin on this route in the last 30 days. It doesn't mean the airline has no seats. Dates seen counts departure dates with an open award in that cabin at any price; newest observation is the latest time AwardTool saw one of them. Seats is the count the program reported when we observed it; some programs report at most 9.
Observed award examples
| Departure | Cabin | Program | Points + taxes | Seats | Stops | Observed (UTC) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Emirates Skywards | 5,000 pts + $91.22 | 9+ | Nonstop | Check this date | ||
| Premium Economy | Emirates Skywards | 18,000 pts + $91.22 | 4 | Nonstop | Check this date | ||
| Business | Air Canada Aeroplan | 12,500 pts + $77.23 | 2 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| Business | Qantas Frequent Flyer | 21,000 pts + $248.63 | 2 | Nonstop | Check this date | ||
| Business | Delta SkyMiles | 40,000 pts + $39.48 | 1 | Nonstop | Check this date | ||
| First | Virgin Australia Velocity | 28,500 pts + $445.97 | 1 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| First | Qantas Frequent Flyer | 34,800 pts + $248.63 | 2 | Nonstop | Check this date |
Prices are one-way per traveler: the program's points or miles plus taxes and carrier fees in USD, as AwardTool observed them at the time shown. Award space changes constantly. A seat we saw may be gone, and space we haven't seen may exist. Always confirm with a live search before transferring points; most transfers can't be reversed.
Nonstop award space
- Economy: nonstop from 10,200 points via Qantas Frequent Flyer, which showed nonstop space on 285 dates (4 programs had nonstop space).
- Premium Economy: nonstop from 18,000 miles via Emirates Skywards, which showed nonstop space on 284 dates (3 programs had nonstop space).
- Business: nonstop from 20,000 miles via Emirates Skywards, which showed nonstop space on 325 dates (4 programs had nonstop space).
- First: nonstop from 34,800 points via Qantas Frequent Flyer, which showed nonstop space on 220 dates.
Best months to fly DXB to RUH on points
| Month | Economy | Premium Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5,000 · Skywards (12 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (10 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (16 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (1 date) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (30 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (28 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (30 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (22 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (31 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (30 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (31 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (30 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (31 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (28 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (31 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (26 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (28 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (28 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (28 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (28 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (31 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (30 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (30 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (26 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (30 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (30 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (30 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (18 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (31 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (28 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (31 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (23 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (30 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (28 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (30 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (13 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (31 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (25 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (31 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (5 dates) | |
| 5,000 · Skywards (31 dates) | 18,000 · Skywards (19 dates) | 12,500 · Aeroplan (31 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (9 dates) | |
| 7,500 · Aeroplan (4 dates) | — | 12,500 · Aeroplan (4 dates) | 28,500 · Velocity (4 dates) |
Points that transfer to these programs
| Program | Amex | Bilt | Capital One | Chase | Citi | Wells Fargo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | — | — |
| Delta SkyMiles | 1:1 · Instant | — | — | — | — | — |
| Emirates Skywards | 5:4 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:0.75 · Instant | — | 1:0.8 · Instant | — |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 1:1 · Instant | — | 1:1 · ~1-2 days | — | 1:1 · Instant | — |
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What's the lowest Dubai to Riyadh award price AwardTool has seen?
In economy, 5,000 miles + $91.22 with Emirates Skywards. Emirates Skywards showed economy award space on 326 departure dates (newest observation Oct 15, 2026, 20:12 UTC). In business, 12,500 points + $77.23 with Air Canada Aeroplan. Air Canada Aeroplan showed business award space on 323 departure dates (newest observation Oct 16, 2026, 07:15 UTC). Search live before transferring points.
Which loyalty programs had award space on DXB→RUH?
5 programs in the last 30 days: Air Canada Aeroplan (economy 323 dates, premium economy 312 dates, business 323 dates); Delta SkyMiles (economy 296 dates, business 305 dates); Emirates Skywards (economy 326 dates, premium economy 284 dates, business 325 dates); Qantas Frequent Flyer (economy 323 dates, premium economy 284 dates, business 323 dates, first 220 dates); Virgin Australia Velocity (economy 305 dates, business 47 dates, first 205 dates). Dates count departure dates with an open award.
Is there nonstop award space from DXB to RUH?
Yes. AwardTool observed nonstop award space in economy, premium economy, business and first, bookable via Air Canada Aeroplan, Delta SkyMiles, Emirates Skywards and Qantas Frequent Flyer. The lowest nonstop award in economy was 10,200 points with Qantas Frequent Flyer.
Which credit card points transfer to these programs?
American Express Membership Rewards: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1), Delta SkyMiles (1:1), Emirates Skywards (5:4), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1). Bilt Rewards: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1), Emirates Skywards (1:1). Capital One Miles: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1), Emirates Skywards (1:0.75), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1). Chase Ultimate Rewards: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1). Citi ThankYou Points: Emirates Skywards (1:0.8), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1). Ratios come from AwardTool's transfer partner list; check current bonuses first.
Which months had the lowest DXB→RUH award prices?
Counting only month prices from programs with award space on 2 or more dates that month, and leaving out unusually low outliers: in economy, the lowest award was for Dec 2026 departures, 5,000 miles with Skywards (31 dates); in business, the lowest award was for Dec 2026 departures, 12,500 points with Aeroplan (31 dates). The month table shows every lowest price, including those. Based on dates we observed, not a forecast.