Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Jaipur Airport (JAI): what you need to know
Jaipur's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Jaipur two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh.
Leave enough time to catch your RUH to JAI flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Jaipur Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RUH and JAI:
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Jaipur Airport (JAI)
£79 is the best price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Jaipur Airport flight. A return flight starts from £218. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from RUH to JAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Jaipur Airport.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
King Khaled International Airport is around 25 miles from central Riyadh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Jaipur Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near RUH:
Arriving at Jaipur Airport (JAI)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Jaipur Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JAI instead:
Secure yourself a Jaipur Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Jaipur and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserving your ride from Jaipur Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to central Jaipur
From Jaipur Airport, Jaipur is approximately 10 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 2 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Jaipur Airport (JAI)
January is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Jaipur Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Jaipur in April.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Jaipur Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Jaipur, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to JAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Jaipur, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel about 150 miles north-east to Delhi to check off its top attractions. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 280 miles east of Jaipur, Kanpur is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.