Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Sharurah Airport (SHW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport.
Flights from RUH to SHW start from 06:15 — the first with Saudia. The latest departure is at 20:15 with Saudia. In total, you can take your pick of 12 weekly Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to SHW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Al Wuday`ah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a cinch with Saudia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport.
Saudia is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Saudia is a leader in on-time performance for RUH to SHW flights, with 87.83% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between RUH and SHW:
Jeddah Airport
Abha Airport
Taif Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Sharurah Airport (SHW)
Rs49,919 is the best price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs97,983. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to SHW if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH land on schedule 85% of the time.
To get to Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport, check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short drive from RUH.
Arriving at Sharurah Airport (SHW)
Once your Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport flight has arrived, unwind at a nearby hotel. Alfaw Plaza Hotel is a good option that's not too far from SHW.
When to fly to Sharurah Airport (SHW)
May is the busiest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Al Wuday`ah in November.
The warmest month in Al Wuday`ah is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Riyadh Airport to Sharurah Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to SHW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Explore more of Saudi Arabia with a visit to Khamis Mushait, located about 483 kilometres west of Al Wuday`ah. From Tendaha Lake to other popular attractions, you'll have plenty of things to add to your must-do list.
Always wanted to visit Jizan Museum? Then find your way to Şabyā. Another favourite destination in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 483 kilometres west of Al Wuday`ah.
