Traveling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh one hour behind Baku.
Each week, there are six Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 00:10 flynas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 22:05 with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines.
Your GYD to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Take to the skies with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport:
Flyadeal is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
Flynas tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for GYD to RUH flights, with 91.67% of services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GYD and RUH:
Kuwait International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
$141 is the lowest price for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Return flights start at $262. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from GYD to RUH.
The cheapest month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
83.46% of flights leaving Heydar Aliyev International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from GYD.
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is about 21 kilometers from central Baku. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near GYD:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Reserve a hotel close to RUH if you're taking a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Riyadh in April.
When booking your flight from Heydar Aliyev 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 (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GYD to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometers north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Thinking about other fascinating places to go in Saudi Arabia? Set off 137 kilometers south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is among the highlights in the area.