Travelling from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Beijing has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Riyadh is 5 hours behind Beijing. King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to RUH, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Beijing to RUH that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PEK and RUH include:
Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 40 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
After an easy start to your vacation? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) offers nonstop flights from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport (RUH).
Air China has direct flights from Beijing to RUH leaving from PKX. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Break up your flight from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Daxing International Airport and RUH are:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX generally takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 56 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to RUH, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Daxing International Airport:
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport from C$329 or travel return from just C$558. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to get flight tickets from Beijing to RUH. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have more options for flight times and dates.
Finding flight tickets from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Riyadh in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Beijing to RUH for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Riyadh to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport in January when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about Riyadh
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to King Khaled International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Riyadh:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Kingdom Centre Tower, National Museum and Riyadh Zoo are essential stops on your Riyadh itinerary.
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