Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Riyadh is two hours ahead of Rome and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Each week, there are 14 Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. If you want to get going early, take the 09:50 Saudia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 16:10 with Saudia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FCO to RUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport, so jetting off to Riyadh (and then discovering more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with ITA Airways on this route.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering FCO to RUH flights, with 73.91% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FCO and RUH include:
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Currently, 82 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 180 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from FCO to RUH.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FCO to RUH.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it'll take around 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near FCO:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Reserve a hotel close to RUH if you're on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a King Khaled International Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to the centre of Riyadh has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Riyadh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FCO to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Riyadh, now it's time to explore more 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.
Eager to explore Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then find your way to Al Kharj. Another notable stop in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.