Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Taif Airport (TIF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Riyadh and Taif are both in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Choose from 61 weekly Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport flights. The 05:15 departure with Saudia is the earliest available. Saudia operates the latest service of the day at 23:20.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to TIF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Taif (and then other parts of Saudi Arabia) is a breeze. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Saudia.
With a reliable 90.0% of services arriving on schedule, Flynas is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to TIF flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RUH and TIF:
Jeddah Airport
Kuwait Airport
Abha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Taif Airport (TIF)
77 € is the best price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport flight. Return flights start from 154 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to TIF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RUH to TIF.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
85% of flights departing from Riyadh Airport land at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of RUH.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport, have a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short drive from RUH.
Arriving at Taif Airport (TIF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TIF instead:
Grab a Taif Airport rental car and explore Taif and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Taif Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Taif Airport (TIF) to central Taif
Taif Airport to the centre of Taif has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Taif Airport (TIF)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Taif. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Riyadh Airport to Taif Airport for June if you want to explore Taif during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to TIF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Taif. Around 137 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad), Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach.
Around 48 kilometres west of Taif, Mecca is another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.