Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Abha Airport (AHB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Riyadh and Abha are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
Flights from RUH to AHB start from 00:05 — the first with Saudia. The last departure is at 23:15 with flynas. Overall, you can take your pick of 139 weekly Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your RUH to AHB flight.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport, so getting to Abha (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier that operates RUH to AHB flights. An exceptional 90.59% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RUH and AHB include:
Jeddah Airport
Sohag Airport
Sharurah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Abha Airport (AHB)
$104 is the lowest price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport flight. Return flights start from $203. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RUH to AHB if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to AHB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport, take a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short ride from RUH.
Arriving at Abha Airport (AHB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AHB instead:
Explore without limits with a Abha Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Final Rentals or Key Car Rental and see more of Abha and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Abha Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Abha Airport (AHB) to central Abha
Abha Airport is approximately 26 kilometers from central Abha. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Abha Airport (AHB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Abha in March.
When reserving your flight from Riyadh Airport to Abha Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Abha, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to AHB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Abha. Around 451 kilometers away to the north-west, its best attractions include Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
Khamis Mushait is another place worth exploring during your time in Saudi Arabia. Make your way to this destination, which is about 56 kilometers north-east of Abha, for highlights like Tendaha Lake.