Travelling from Rome to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll board your flight from Rome to King Khaled International Airport (RUH). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
5 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Rome 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 Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Saudia at 4:10pm. Go for the first FCO to RUH departure with Saudia at 7:45am if you'd rather get a move on.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rome to RUH.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Get there in one go from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) operate from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Rome to King Khaled International Airport with ITA Airways. This well-known airline operates departures from FCO.
ITA Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FCO to RUH.
With 73.91% of its services arriving as planned, Saudia is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Rome to RUH leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to King Khaled International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, 70.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to King Khaled International Airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is a popular option between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and RUH.
CIA is around 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Rome to RUH flight? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Touching down on a late flight from Rome to King Khaled International Airport? Grab your luggage and head straight to the comfort of a hotel near RUH. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel will have you turning out the lights sooner.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Riyadh and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rome to King Khaled International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Rs27,437 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to King Khaled International Airport. Return flights start from Rs60,121. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from Rome to RUH by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Rome to King Khaled International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Rome to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
April is the quietest month for flights from Rome to King Khaled International Airport (RUH), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Riyadh based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Rome to RUH flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Riyadh to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Rome to King Khaled International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about Riyadh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Riyadh right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to King Khaled International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Boulevard Riyadh City, Fahad Al Owaidah Grand Mosque and Masmak Citadel are major attractions which should feature on any good Riyadh itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is home to plenty of other interesting cities just waiting to be explored, such as Al Kharj. Around 153 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, visit popular sights like Abdulaziz Abdullah Al’askar mosque while you're here.
Your journey through Saudi Arabia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Sājir. Yousef Al Harbi Museum is a highlight in this destination, which is about 209 kilometres west of Riyadh.