Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Seoul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul.
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 6 hours ahead of Riyadh.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from RUH to Seoul. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul. Start your journey at RUH and end it at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
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A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from RUH to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You will need an ETA for South Korea if you hold a passport from Saudi Arabia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Central Riyadh to RUH is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 33 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to RUH:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Seoul
C$427 is the best price for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul. A return flight starts from C$774. These fares can change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from RUH to Seoul by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The centre of Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information kiosks for help with directions after disembarking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from RUH to Seoul:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the most popular month to board a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Seoul, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before you book a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from RUH to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Seoul right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are popular attractions which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
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