Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 4 hours 5 minutes.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
Every week, there are 18 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, go for the 00:05 Pegasus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with Turkish Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SAW to RUH flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. When you're ready to start your Riyadh vacation, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Saudi Arabia:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Pegasus.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering SAW to RUH flights. An impressive 84.31% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAW and RUH:
Cairo International Airport
Trabzon Airport
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is $110. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $222. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAW to RUH.
The cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAW to RUH.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
When it comes to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport's on-time performance, 76.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take around 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Book a hotel close to RUH if you're taking a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometers from the center of Riyadh. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Riyadh in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAW to RUH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've seen Riyadh. Around 386 kilometers away to the north-east, its best attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Always wanted to visit Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then make your way to Al Kharj. Another favorite destination in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometers south-east of Riyadh.
