Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Trabzon Airport (TZX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Riyadh and Trabzon share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are 13 King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, select the 04:45 Pegasus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:00 with flynas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your RUH to TZX flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport, so jetting off to Trabzon (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is flyadeal.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RUH and TZX include:
King Fahd International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Trabzon Airport (TZX)
At the moment, Rs32,043 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs65,057. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book eight months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to TZX.
July is the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH to TZX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a handy hotel near RUH? If you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Trabzon Airport (TZX)
Consider booking a hotel near TZX if you're catching a late King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Trabzon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avec car rentals, Carwiz or Wish Car Hire and venture far and wide through Trabzon and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Trabzon Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to central Trabzon
Trabzon Airport to central Trabzon has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Trabzon Airport (TZX)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Trabzon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Trabzon is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Trabzon Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to TZX in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Gaziantep is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Trabzon. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Gaziantep Castle, Zeugma Mosaic Museum and Gaziantep Botanik Bahcesi.
If you're looking to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Diyarbakir, about 338 kilometres south of Trabzon. St. Giragos Armenian Church, Deliller Hani and Behrampasa Mosque are among its highlights.
