Flying from New York to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from New York to King Khaled International Airport (RUH), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.
The average duration of a direct New York to King Khaled International Airport flight is 12 hours 10 minutes.
Riyadh is seven hours ahead of New York. King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
You can choose from 3 direct flights every week between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH). This is the most popular route, with Saudia offering a 11am departure from JFK to RUH.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from New York to RUH.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Go straight to your destination from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from New York to King Khaled International Airport with Saudia. This top airline offers services from JFK.
Saudia is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from JFK to RUH.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 76.92% of its services arriving as scheduled.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to RUH leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to King Khaled International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and RUH are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to RUH flight:
73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Whether just for an hour or a few days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you can book a plane ticket from New York to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) with a stop at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to King Khaled International Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your trip goes off without a hitch.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from New York to King Khaled International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are great choices near RUH.
Pick up a King Khaled International Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your New York to King Khaled International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to King Khaled International Airport is RM1,290. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,864. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from New York to RUH by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for landing cheap New York to King Khaled International Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from New York to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Riyadh. July is when most people book flights from New York to King Khaled International Airport (RUH), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your New York to RUH plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to King Khaled International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Riyadh
Start your Riyadh trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to King Khaled International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Riyadh isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Boulevard Riyadh City, Fahad Al Owaidah Grand Mosque and Masmak Citadel.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is home to plenty of other interesting cities just waiting to be explored, such as Al Kharj. Around 153 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, drop by leading attractions like Abdulaziz Abdullah Al’askar mosque while you're there.
Another well-known destination in Saudi Arabia, Sājir is located about 209 kilometres west of Riyadh. Be sure to visit highlights including Yousef Al Harbi Museum.