Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Ankara.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ESB to RUH flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ESB and RUH include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Right now, $153 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $339. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ESB to RUH, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ESB to RUH.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Of the departures from Esenboga International Airport, 78.41% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Esenboga International Airport from central Ankara, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ESB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Riyadh and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to central Riyadh has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Esenboga International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ESB to RUH sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a trip to Dammam will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Ever wanted to explore Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then set off for Al Kharj. Another worthwhile stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.