Travelling from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
New York's main base, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH).
The average duration of a direct New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight is 12 hours 10 minutes.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of New York.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services each week. Travel from JFK to RUH on Saudia's 11am flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to RUH, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) depart from this terminal.
Saudia is a popular airline that operates direct flights from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport leaving from JFK.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Saudia between JFK and RUH.
Among carriers on this route, Saudia has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from New York to RUH that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and RUH include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your New York to RUH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
71% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
When looking for a plane ticket from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) out of New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a pit stop at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Make catching an early New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Stay moments from the runway after your flight from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a comfortable option close to RUH. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Makarem Riyadh Hotel before continuing to your final destination.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around four weeks before your New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.
Getting from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Riyadh. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Right now, RM1,678 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,812. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from New York to RUH, book your plane ticket eight months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
January is when most people book flights from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Visit Riyadh in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your New York to RUH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Riyadh
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riyadh:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Riyadh when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Al Masmak Palace Museum followed by King Abdulaziz Historical Centre and The National Museum.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Take your Saudi Arabia adventure further with a visit to Al Kharj, located about 153 kilometres southeast of Riyadh. From King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque to other leading attractions, there's no shortage of things to add to your must-do list.