Travelling from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
Riyadh is 11 hours ahead of Seattle. Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh, which follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to RUH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Getting away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to RUH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to RUH flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that depart Seattle Paine Field International Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Consider staying minutes from the runway after your flight from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a comfortable option near RUH. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Makarem Riyadh Hotel before travelling to your final destination.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.
Getting from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
$961 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,380. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to RUH, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
January is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Visit Riyadh in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your Seattle to RUH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about Riyadh
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Riyadh:
Your visit to Riyadh wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Al Masmak Palace Museum, King Abdulaziz Historical Centre and The National Museum.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is home to loads of other exciting places to put on your itinerary, such as Al Kharj. Around 153 kilometres southeast of Riyadh, visit popular sights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque while you're there.
