Flying from Mopa Airport (GOX) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh two hours 30 minutes behind Mopa.
Your GOX to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mopa Airport to King Khaled International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GOX and RUH:
Muscat International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mopa Airport (GOX) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mopa Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is RM575. A round-trip fare is currently RM1,046. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GOX to RUH if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Mopa Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from GOX to RUH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mopa Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Mopa Airport (GOX)
When it comes to Mopa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.2% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Mopa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Mopa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 3 hours 10 minutes.
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Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mopa Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Grab a King Khaled International Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to central Riyadh has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Mopa Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Riyadh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Mopa Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GOX to RUH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a trip to Dammam will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Want ideas for other great places to go in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is one of the highlights in the area.