Travelling from Abuja Airport (ABV) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Abuja.
Your ABV to RUH flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ABV and RUH include:
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abuja Airport (ABV) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Right now, $896 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,220. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from ABV to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from ABV to RUH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Handy information about Abuja Airport (ABV)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Abuja Airport, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Abuja to Abuja Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ABV? If you're boarding an early flight from Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Hop off your Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfy option that's not too far from RUH, stay at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.
Grab a Riyadh Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Riyadh Airport about four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Riyadh. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Abuja Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you want to go to Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABV to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Want to visit King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque? Then find your way to Al Kharj. Another fascinating destination in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.