Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport is 10 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is six hours ahead of Riyadh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your RUH to ICN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Saudia is your ticket to exploring Seoul (and maybe even some other great corners of South Korea!). Check out the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Saudia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RUH and ICN include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight is Rs71,230. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs135,643. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to ICN.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to ICN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination on time.
King Khaled International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get to the centre by ride-share or cab will depend on the time of day, so do some research beforehand.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Seoul in April.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Incheon International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to ICN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its leading sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Incheon is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No journey is complete without visiting Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.