Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Riyadh is one hour behind Dubai and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Take your pick of 229 weekly Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with flydubai is the earliest you can take. Flynas operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.
To ensure you catch your DXB to RUH flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
There are direct flights from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport, so getting to Riyadh (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Emirates is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier that offers DXB to RUH flights. A reliable 93.86% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DXB and RUH include:
Bahrain International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Right now, 45 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 95 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DXB to RUH, reserve your trip seven months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DXB to RUH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights departing from Dubai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DXB:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you have a late Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near RUH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Riyadh and beyond.
Reserving your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riyadh. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DXB to RUH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Eager to explore Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then head toward Al Kharj. Another favourite destination in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.