Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Las Vegas: what you need to know
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-7. The city is ten hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your RUH to Las Vegas flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from RUH to Las Vegas with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Riyadh to RUH is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Las Vegas? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to RUH:
King Khaled International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Las Vegas
The best price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Las Vegas flight is RM2,570. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,167. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RUH to Las Vegas if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Las Vegas is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near LAS if you have a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Las Vegas. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car and explore Las Vegas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) about one week in advance of your flight from RUH to Las Vegas.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
Before you book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Las Vegas, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Las Vegas offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your King Khaled International Airport to Las Vegas flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RUH to Las Vegas around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
Once you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Las Vegas, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Las Vegas:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Fountains of Bellagio, Las Vegas Strip and Fremont Street Experience are must-do's during your Las Vegas adventure.
Explore more of United States
Las Vegas has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 370 kilometres south-west of Las Vegas, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another favourite destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas. No trip is complete without a visit to Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.