Flying from Mubarak International Airport (HMB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Riyadh is one hour ahead of Sohag and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
You can take your pick of eight weekly Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your HMB to RUH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Riyadh (and then other destinations in Saudi Arabia) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Most passengers choose to fly with Nesma Airlines on this route.
Flynas is the most punctual carrier operating HMB to RUH flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HMB and RUH:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mubarak International Airport (HMB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is Rs28,360. A return plane ticket right now is Rs69,128. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HMB to RUH.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Finding cheap flights from HMB to RUH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Mubarak International Airport (HMB)
Mubarak International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 96.77% of flights that depart HMB arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Mubarak International Airport from central Sohag, it takes around 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're getting in on a late Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near RUH:
Follow your own route with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of 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 Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Riyadh in April.
When booking your flight from Mubarak International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HMB to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Thinking about other well-known places to go in Saudi Arabia? Journey 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is a highlight in this area.