Traveling from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH): What you need to know
Riyadh is eight hours ahead of Ottawa. Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Ottawa to RUH.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58% land on time at their destination.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Stay minutes from the runway after your flight from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is one option close to RUH. Or check in and get some rest at Makarem Riyadh Hotel before traveling to your final destination.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Riyadh and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport flight.
Getting from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, central Riyadh is around 32 kilometers away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city center by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Right now, $648 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,388. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to RUH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to go to Riyadh. October is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your Ottawa to RUH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Riyadh
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riyadh:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Boulevard Riyadh City, Fahad Al Owaidah Grand Mosque and Al Masmak Palace Museum are essential stops on your Riyadh itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dive deeper into what Saudi Arabia has to offer with a trip to Al Kharj, located about 153 kilometers southeast of Riyadh. From Abdulaziz Abdullah Al’askar mosque to other leading attractions, you'll find plenty of things to add to your itinerary.