Flying from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh eight hours ahead of Toronto.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your YYZ to RUH flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Handy information about Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of all flights departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Toronto Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Riyadh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near YYZ:
Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Consider a stay at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel after touching down from your Toronto Pearson International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. It's a quick drive from RUH and a comfy option if you want to catch some z's soon after landing.
Follow your own route with a Riyadh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Riyadh Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From Riyadh Airport, Riyadh is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Riyadh Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Riyadh in March.
Before locking in your flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Riyadh Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Riyadh, now it's time to discover other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to check off its top sights. From Ithra to Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque, your itinerary will be busy.
Looking for other well-known places to visit in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque is a highlight in the area.