Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Southampton.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SOU to RUH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Many travellers pass through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol when flying between SOU and RUH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is Rs155,158. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs184,272. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SOU to RUH, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights that take off from Southampton Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Southampton Airport from central Southampton, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SOU? If you've booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Book a hotel near RUH if you're catching a late Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Riyadh. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Southampton Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SOU to RUH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Al Kharj is another place worth exploring during your Saudi Arabia trip. Head to this destination, located about 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to discover highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.
