Flying from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Belfast. Check out your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when booking your flight from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport (RUH).
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of Belfast.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to RUH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belfast to RUH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 67.55% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a key transfer point for flights from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) leaving George Best Belfast City Airport.
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Belfast to RUH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68.3%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Coming in on a late flight from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport or just want to settle in quick? Booking a hotel near RUH makes perfect sense. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are great options.
Hit the road running by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Riyadh and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Belfast to King Khaled International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
RM1,971 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport. Return flights start from RM2,723. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to RUH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Affordable Belfast to King Khaled International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Riyadh. July is when most people book flights from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport (RUH), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your Belfast to RUH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Riyadh
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to King Khaled International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riyadh:
Boulevard Riyadh City and Fahad Al Owaidah Grand Mosque are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Riyadh to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Masmak Citadel.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
See more of what Saudi Arabia has to offer with a visit to Al Kharj, located around 153 kilometres south-east of Riyadh. From Abdulaziz Abdullah Al’askar mosque to other top attractions, you'll have plenty of things to put on your must-do list.
Another major destination in Saudi Arabia, Sājir is about 209 kilometres west of Riyadh. Set aside time for highlights including Yousef Al Harbi Museum.