Travelling from Milan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) begins with finding the most convenient airport to jet off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are your options in Milan.
5 hours 55 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Milan to King Khaled International Airport flight.
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Milan.
Your flight from Milan to RUH won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In high season, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can find a direct flight from Milan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Saudia is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Milan to King Khaled International Airport taking off from MXP.
Saudia is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from MXP to RUH.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Milan to RUH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
68.23% of flights that leave from Milano Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Milan to King Khaled International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
BGY is about 64 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 1 hour or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Milan to RUH flight? Check in to a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.49%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Choosing a flight ticket from Milan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) with one or more stops can offer you more departure time choices and access to cheaper fares. When leaving from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to RUH:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
LIN is roughly 11 kilometres from central Milan. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early Milan to King Khaled International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from LIN arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 79.56% of the time.
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Touching down on a late flight from Milan to King Khaled International Airport? Collect your bags and head straight to the comfort of a hotel near RUH. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel will have you hitting the pillow sooner.
Begin your adventure by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Milan to King Khaled International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to King Khaled International Airport is Rs31,690. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs66,647. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Milan to RUH, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Milan to King Khaled International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Milan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
April is the quietest month for flights from Milan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Riyadh based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Milan to RUH flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to King Khaled International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about Riyadh
Start your Riyadh trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to King Khaled International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Riyadh when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Boulevard Riyadh City followed by Fahad Al Owaidah Grand Mosque and Masmak Citadel.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Riyadh, now it's time to explore more of what Saudi Arabia has to offer. Around 153 kilometres south-east, Al Kharj is a must-visit city that features leading sights like Abdulaziz Abdullah Al’askar mosque.
Your journey through Saudi Arabia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Sājir. Yousef Al Harbi Museum is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 209 kilometres west of Riyadh.