Traveling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport take 4 hours 4 minutes. Riyadh and Istanbul are in the same timezone (UTC+3), meaning you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
There are 51 flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport weekly. Choose the 00:40 flight if you want to get going as soon as possible. If you're keen to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from IST to RUH is 22:55.
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines runs direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to take in the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if time allows.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the most popular stopovers between IST and RUH:
Kuwait International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from IST to RUH, check if you need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
C$176 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Return flights start at C$324. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from IST to RUH.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The journey from central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near RUH:
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the center of Riyadh. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 33 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you want to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
More about Riyadh
After locking in your flights from IST to RUH, you'll want to find a hotel in Riyadh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Kingdom Centre Tower and National Museum are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Riyadh itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Riyadh Zoo.
Complete your Riyadh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to King Khaled International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Riyadh.