Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.
Riyadh is two hours ahead of Barcelona and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your BCN to RUH flight.
Traveling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Saudia offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if your schedule allows.
Saudia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BCN and RUH include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
At the moment, $137 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $304. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from BCN to RUH, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BCN to RUH.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
79.12% of flights that depart Barcelona-El Prat Airport make it to their destination on time.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're landing on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near RUH:
Begin your adventure by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Riyadh and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is roughly 40 kilometers from the center of Riyadh. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Riyadh. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Khaled International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to RUH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Riyadh, now it's time to discover other parts of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 386 kilometers north-east to Dammam to check off its popular sights. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Ever wanted to explore Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then travel to Al Kharj. Another notable stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometers south-east of Riyadh.