Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is four hours behind Bangkok.
Flights from BKK to RUH start at 15:20 — the first with Saudia. The latest departure is at 15:25 with Saudia. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BKK to RUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Saudia has direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Saudia.
With a dependable 82.86% of services arriving as scheduled, Saudia has the best on-time record for BKK to RUH flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BKK and RUH:
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is 191 €. A round-trip fare is currently 386 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKK to RUH.
The cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BKK? If you're boarding an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Book a hotel close to RUH if you have a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and discover more of Riyadh and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Riyadh based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BKK to RUH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Riyadh, now it's time to discover other corners of Saudi Arabia. Travel about 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to check off its top attractions. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Want ideas for other great places to visit in Saudi Arabia? Journey 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is one of the highlights in the area.