Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Riyadh.
Each week, there are 14 King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, select the 01:50 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 09:05 with Saudia.
To ensure you catch your RUH to FRA 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 rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Frankfurt (and maybe even some other great parts of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular airline.
Lufthansa tops the list for bookings on this route.
Saudia stands out as the most punctual carrier for RUH to FRA flights, with 80.77% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and FRA:
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is Rs37,077. A return ticket is currently Rs79,481. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from RUH to FRA by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RUH to FRA.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RUH arrive on schedule 86.76% of the time.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near RUH:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to central Frankfurt has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you'd like to visit Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to FRA in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
