Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Yanbu Airport (YNB): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Riyadh and Yanbu are both in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are 12 Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, go for the 03:55 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:15 with Saudia.
For a smooth 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 YNB flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Jetting into Yanbu (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with Saudia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Saudia on this route.
Saudia ranks as the leading on-time carrier for RUH to YNB flights, with 90.29% of services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and YNB:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport flight is C$214. A return ticket right now is C$422. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RUH to YNB, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to YNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
85% of flights leaving Riyadh Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from RUH.
To get to Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your flight from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport off to a stress-free start. Only a quick drive from RUH, stay at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Yanbu Airport (YNB)
Reserve a hotel near YNB if you have a late Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Yanbu Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, HANCO or Enterprise and explore beyond Yanbu's usual tourist stops.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Yanbu Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Yanbu Airport (YNB) to central Yanbu
Yanbu Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Yanbu. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
April is the most popular month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Yanbu in March.
Before locking in your flight from Riyadh Airport to Yanbu Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Yanbu, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to YNB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Yanbu, now it's time to explore other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 306 kilometres south to Jeddah to check off its top attractions. From Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad) to Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 354 kilometres south-east of Yanbu, Mecca is another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
