Travelling from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Houston: what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-6. The city is nine hours behind Riyadh, where Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your RUH to Houston flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from RUH to Houston, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
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Travelling from central Riyadh to RUH takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston? Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are close to RUH. They're an especially good choice if you have an early departure.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Houston
Rs155,501 is currently the best price for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston flight. Return plane tickets start at Rs270,395. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from RUH to Houston, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from RUH to Houston.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in around 50 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your RUH to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston. July is the most popular month for a trip to Houston. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before booking a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Houston:
Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just two of the big attractions to add to your Houston to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to check off its leading attractions. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
