Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport (ELQ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Buraydah's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Riyadh.
Flights from RUH to ELQ start from 09:05 — the earliest with Saudia. The last service of the day is at 20:40 with Saudia. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your RUH to ELQ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Buraydah (and then discovering more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy with Saudia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to ELQ flights. An exceptional 88.33% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RUH and ELQ include:
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport (ELQ)
Currently, 83 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 153 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from RUH to ELQ, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination on time.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport? Consider Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Catch some z's here before making your way to RUH.
Arriving at Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport (ELQ)
Consider a stay at الأجنحة الرخامية فندقية after your Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport flight. It's not too far from ELQ and a good option if you're eager to get some sleep right away.
Grab the keys to a Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport rental car from providers like Budget or Enterprise. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Buraydah and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport several weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport (ELQ) to central Buraydah
Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport to the centre of Buraydah has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport (ELQ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Buraydah. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Buraydah is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF). Lock in your flights from Riyadh Airport to Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to ELQ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Buraydah. Around 338 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Al Masmak Palace Museum, King Abdulaziz Historical Centre and The National Museum.