Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh is one hour ahead of Helsinki and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your HEL to RUH flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between HEL and RUH:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Currently, $180 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $382. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HEL to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights leaving from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Pick up a King Khaled International Airport rental car and explore Riyadh and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riyadh. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HEL to RUH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia you should also see. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a trip to Dammam will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Eager to see Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then head over to Al Kharj. Another fascinating destination in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.