Travelling from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Washington DC. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) jetting off from here.
Riyadh is eight hours ahead of Washington DC. Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
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 with enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to RUH.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Whether you're eager to visit another city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to RUH.
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
71% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Prefer to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Saudia offers direct flights from Washington DC to RUH departing from IAD. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
Saudia is the most popular choice for passengers flying from IAD to RUH.
Flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Riyadh King Khalid International Airport are more likely to be on time with Saudia compared to other carriers.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and RUH:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to RUH flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Whether just for an hour or a weekend, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a bit less hectic. When flying out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) stopping at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The trip to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are great choices near RUH.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Currently, Rs104,490 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs206,256. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to RUH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH). January is when most people visit Riyadh. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to RUH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Riyadh
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riyadh:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Al Masmak Palace Museum, King Abdulaziz Historical Centre and The National Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Riyadh itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is home to plenty of other exciting cities waiting to be uncovered, such as Al Kharj. Around 153 kilometres southeast of Riyadh, check out leading attractions like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque while you're here.