Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Doha.
Flights from DOH to RUH start from 01:00 — the earliest with Qatar Airways. The latest departure is at 22:05 with Qatar Airways. Overall, you can choose from 47 weekly Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH 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.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport. When you're ready to start your Riyadh holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Saudi Arabia:
Most travellers choose to travel with Qatar Airways on this route.
With an impressive 94.34% of services landing on schedule, Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering DOH to RUH flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DOH and RUH include:
Kuwait Airport
Dammam Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
At the moment, 93 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 181 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from DOH to RUH by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart DOH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DOH:
Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Get off your Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from RUH, check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.
Pick up a Riyadh Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Riyadh Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From Riyadh Airport, Riyadh is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Riyadh in March.
Lock in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you want to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DOH to RUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Riyadh, now it's time to discover more of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to check off its top sights. From Ithra to Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Thinking about other well-known places to visit in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque is one of the highlights in the area.