Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Tbilisi Airport (TBS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Tbilisi is one hour ahead of Riyadh and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
There are three Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport flights each week.
Your RUH to TBS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flynas is your gateway to discovering Tbilisi (and perhaps some other great corners of Georgia!). Browse the direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Flynas.
Flynas is the most punctual carrier that offers RUH to TBS flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport. These are the top stopovers between RUH and TBS:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Kuwait Airport
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport? Consider Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Get a good night's rest here before heading to RUH.
Arriving at Tbilisi Airport (TBS)
Consider staying in a hotel near TBS if you have a late Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tbilisi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TBILISICARS.COM, Carwiz or Avis and explore beyond Tbilisi's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Tbilisi Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Tbilisi Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
Tbilisi Airport to central Tbilisi has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Tbilisi Airport (TBS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tbilisi. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tbilisi is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Riyadh Airport to Tbilisi Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RUH to TBS sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Georgia
Tbilisi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Georgia you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres west of Tbilisi, a trip to Kutaisi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Bagrati Cathedral, St. Peter and Paul Apostles Church and Park of Glory.
Batumi is another favourite destination in Georgia and is around 257 kilometres west of Tbilisi. No journey is complete without seeing Batumi Boulevard Fountains, Miracle Park and Dancing Fountains, Batumi.