Flying from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport (RUH), there's a nice range of airports you can jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main terminals.
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Vancouver to RUH. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base and RUH:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can get to CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Vancouver to RUH? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
For a one-way ticket from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport, ج.م. 18,238 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from ج.م. 51,904. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Vancouver to RUH. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a larger selection of flight times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Riyadh. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to RUH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Riyadh
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Riyadh:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Kingdom Centre Tower, National Museum and Riyadh Zoo are must-do's during your Riyadh adventure.
Complete your Riyadh trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Riyadh and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Vancouver to King Khaled International Airport.
