Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI): what you need to know
Bhubaneswar's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Bhubaneswar two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RUH to BBI flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RUH and BBI:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Currently, Rs33,998 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs88,024. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to BBI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RUH to BBI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from RUH.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BBI instead:
Travel where the road takes you with a Biju Patnaik International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore parts of Bhubaneswar that most tourists miss.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Biju Patnaik International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to central Bhubaneswar
From Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Bhubaneswar based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bhubaneswar is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to BBI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bhubaneswar. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
Around 370 kilometres west of Bhubaneswar, Nowrangapur is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.