Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Singapore: what you need to know
Singapore is five hours ahead of Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located. Singapore follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RUH to Singapore flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from RUH to Singapore. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
RUH is about 27 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 traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near RUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Singapore or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
King Khaled International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Singapore
The best price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Singapore flight is Rs43,077. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs117,158. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RUH to Singapore, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Singapore throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is around 21 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Singapore. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and explore beyond Singapore's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Changi International Airport about two weeks before your flight from RUH to Singapore.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. Once you've disembarked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Singapore, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 25 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near XSP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your RUH to Singapore flight:
Best time to go to Singapore
Travel to Singapore in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Singapore during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your King Khaled International Airport to Singapore flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to Singapore in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Singapore, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands and Universal Studios Singapore are top attractions which should be on any good Singapore itinerary.