Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Valencia Airport (VLC): what you need to know
Valencia is two hours behind Riyadh and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your RUH to VLC flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Valencia Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RUH and VLC:
Cairo International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Valencia Airport (VLC)
Currently, C$238 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Valencia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$512. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to VLC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Valencia Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from RUH to VLC.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from RUH.
King Khaled International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Valencia Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to RUH:
Arriving at Valencia Airport (VLC)
If you're coming in on a late King Khaled International Airport to Valencia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near VLC:
Travel at your own speed with a Valencia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Click and Rent and venture far and wide through Valencia and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Valencia Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Valencia. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Valencia Airport (VLC)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Valencia Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Valencia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Valencia Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Valencia, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to VLC sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Valencia, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometres north to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 483 kilometres west of Valencia, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.