Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh four hours behind Ho Chi Minh City.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SGN to RUH flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SGN and RUH:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is 175 €. A round-trip fare right now is 346 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SGN to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
66.42% of flights departing from Tan Son Nhat International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SGN? If you're catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Reserve a hotel close to RUH if you're on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a King Khaled International Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Riyadh in April.
When booking your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SGN to RUH in January if you'd rather travel during 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 other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to tick off its top attractions. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Al Kharj is another great place to check out during your Saudi Arabia travels. Head to this destination, which is around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to discover highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.
