Traveling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Al-Aqiq Airport (ABT): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 32 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport. Al-Baha and Riyadh have the same timezone — UTC+3.
You can choose from 28 weekly flights from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport. The 07:10 departure with Saudia is the earliest available between RUH and ABT. Flynas operates the last service of the day at 21:10 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Traveling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Saudia is your gateway to discovering Al-Baha (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Saudi Arabia!). Look through the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport offered by this popular airline.
Finding a stopover for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view the available options. King Abdulaziz International Airport is a popular stopover when traveling from RUH to ABT.
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within Saudi Arabia. You will need a valid form of identification though, like an ID card or driver's license. Add them to your packing list once you've found cheap ticket from RUH to ABT.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Al-Aqiq Airport (ABT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport is C$35. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$70. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from RUH to ABT.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 33 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near RUH. Whether you're on an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Getting from Al-Aqiq Airport (ABT) to central Al-Baha
Al-Aqiq Airport to the center of Al-Baha is about 38 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Al-Aqiq Airport (ABT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Al-Baha. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Al-Baha is June, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Al-Aqiq Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap flight tickets from RUH to ABT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Al-Baha
After locking in your flights from RUH to ABT, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Al-Baha. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Raghadan Forest Park, Prince Hussam Park and Mayor Holdings antiques are major attractions which should feature on any good Al-Baha itinerary.
Complete your Al-Baha trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Al-Aqiq Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Al-Baha escape.