Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Dusseldorf is 2 hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located. Dusseldorf operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from RUH to Dusseldorf, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from RUH to Dusseldorf, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
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If you have a passport from Saudi Arabia, you will need an embassy visa to enter Germany. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
RUH is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 33 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near RUH:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dusseldorf
ج.م. 6,909 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf. A return flight starts from ج.م. 16,347. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to Dusseldorf if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from RUH to Dusseldorf every day.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to the centre of Dusseldorf takes about 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 38 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is around 80 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. After your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf, it'll take you around 1 hour and 4 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 18 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near NRN. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from RUH to Dusseldorf at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
June is the most popular month to catch a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Dusseldorf, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from RUH to Dusseldorf in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 7ºC.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dusseldorf right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are attractions you won't want to skip in Dusseldorf.
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