Travelling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh nine hours ahead of Edmonton.
To ensure you get on your YEG to RUH flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is 411 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 773 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from YEG to RUH, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport to King Khaled International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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 let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from YEG to RUH.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edmonton International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Of the flights that depart from Edmonton International Airport, 69.55% land on time at their destination.
Central Edmonton to Edmonton International 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 cab.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near YEG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to King Khaled International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edmonton International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Explore without limits with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Riyadh in April.
When reserving your flight from Edmonton International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YEG 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 discover more of Saudi Arabia. Travel about 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to check off its leading sights. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Al Kharj is another destination worth seeing during your Saudi Arabia trip. Journey to this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to see highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.
