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RUH · Middle East
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- Capital
- Riyadh
- Currency
- SAR
- Visa for PH
- Visa required (apply via embassy/VFS)
- OFW relevance
- High — major OFW corridor
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Saudia
SV
- Frequency
- 14× / week
- Baggage
- 30kg +15
- OFW program
- ✓
Philippine Airlines
PR
- Frequency
- 14× / week
- Baggage
- 23kg +10
- OFW program
- ✓
Cebu Pacific
5J
- Frequency
- 14× / week
- Baggage
- LCC (paid)
- OFW program
- ✓
Manila to Riyadh Flights — Schedule, Carriers, Fare Bracket | 2026
Manila to Riyadh Flights — 2026
Manila (MNL) to Riyadh (RUH) is the largest single OFW corridor in the Gulf, flown nonstop by Saudia, Philippine Airlines, and Cebu Pacific with about 14 weekly departures and a 10-hour block. Off-peak roundtrip economy fares run PHP 32,000-46,000. For deeper guidance on contracts, OEC, and end-of-contract logistics, see our full Manila-Riyadh pillar →.
Route at a glance
- Distance & duration: ~10 hours nonstop, MNL to RUH.
- Carriers nonstop: Saudia (SV), Philippine Airlines (PR), Cebu Pacific (5J).
- Frequency: ~14 weekly departures across all carriers.
- OFW corridor: Yes — domestic helpers, healthcare, construction, oil & gas.
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Best time to book
Cheapest pockets are February-March and September to early November, when fares dip to PHP 32,000-38,000 roundtrip. Avoid mid-December to early January (balikbayan rush) and June-July (Hajj feeder), kasi puno ang flights and fares can spike 50-70%. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha weeks also tighten loads sharply. Book 10-14 weeks out po for tipid; same-week fares within 10 days are almost always mahal, especially Saudia’s evening Riyadh bank. For full pillar coverage of booking strategy, see Manila-Riyadh full guide →.
Carriers compared
| Feature | Philippine Airlines (PR) | Saudia (SV) | Cebu Pacific (5J) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical economy roundtrip | PHP 33,000-48,000 | PHP 34,000-50,000 | PHP 28,000-42,000 |
| Base baggage | 23 kg | 30 kg | 0 kg (LCC) |
| OFW uplift | +10 kg (Bayani) = 33 kg | +15 kg (Bayanihan) = 45 kg | OFW prepaid bundles |
| Frequency ex-MNL | ~5 weekly | ~5 weekly | ~4 weekly |
| OFW friendliness | High — Tagalog crew | High — biggest baggage | Medium — cheapest base |
Fare bracket (peso-first)
- Low (Feb-Mar, Sep-early Nov): PHP 32,000-38,000 (SAR 2,100-2,500 / USD 570-680).
- Mid (May, late Aug, late Nov): PHP 39,000-52,000 (SAR 2,550-3,400 / USD 700-925).
- Peak (Hajj Jun-Jul, Eid, Dec 15-Jan 5): PHP 60,000-82,000 (SAR 3,950-5,400 / USD 1,070-1,460).
OFW-specific notes
Kabayan, RUH is the largest OFW destination in the world by Filipino headcount. Saudia’s 45 kg Bayanihan bundle is the workhorse for end-of-contract returns; PAL’s Bayani is more flexible kapag may rebooking; Cebu Pacific is mura kapag light traveler ka. Always carry OEC, contract copy, and POLO clearance — NAIA spot-checks pa rin, lalo na sa first-time deployments. Paano kung deployment ban or contract issue? PAL and SV usually offer free reroute kapag may DMW/POLO advisory.
FAQ
Magkano ang ticket Manila to Riyadh? Roughly PHP 32,000-46,000 (SAR 2,100-3,000 / USD 570-820) roundtrip economy off-peak; peak Hajj/Eid hits PHP 60,000-82,000.
Anong airline ang pinaka-sulit? Saudia gives 45 kg Bayanihan baggage; PAL Bayani is 33 kg with more flexibility; 5J is cheapest base.
Paano kung Hajj season? Fares spike 50-70%. Book 4-5 months ahead or fly shoulder weeks for tipid pricing.
Visa ba ang Pinoy sa KSA? Required po. OFWs use work visa; tourist e-visa available since 2019 for non-OFW visits.
Related guides on this site
- Manila to Riyadh full pillar guide →
- Flights to Saudi Arabia →
- Saudia carrier guide →
- OFW flights complete guide →
Updated 9 May 2026. Maria Santos is a pseudonymous editorial persona; content is researched and edited by Filipino travel and OFW specialists. About the author →.