Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is 7 hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located. Washington DC operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most traveled route, with 4 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from RUH to IAD is with Saudia at 09:10. Choose the first departure operated by Saudia at 08:50 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from RUH to Washington DC. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Washington DC are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is where you'll disembark.
Book your ticket with Saudia. This popular airline operates direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from RUH to Washington DC that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Saudi Arabia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
To reach RUH from central Riyadh, it'll take about 33 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a handy hotel near RUH? If you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Washington DC
C$557 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC. A return flight starts from C$762. These prices may change depending on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from RUH to Washington DC by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 43 minutes when travelling by public transport.
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 Washington DC. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Once you've hopped off your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from RUH to Washington DC:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Washington DC, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from RUH to Washington DC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
After locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Washington DC, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are top sights which should be on any well-planned Washington DC itinerary.
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