Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Lagos.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LOS to RUH flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LOS and RUH:
Cairo International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
£390 is the best price for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £523. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from LOS to RUH, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Of all flights leaving Murtala Muhammed International Airport, 64.68% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LOS:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Consider staying in a hotel near RUH if you're catching a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a King Khaled International Airport rental car and explore Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riyadh. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LOS to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Riyadh, now it's time to explore other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey around 240 miles north-east to Dammam to tick off its leading attractions. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Want ideas for other notable places to go in Saudi Arabia? Set off 85 miles south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is one of the highlights in the area.
