Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh one hour ahead of Sharm El Sheikh.
Choose from 11 weekly Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. The 00:01 departure with flyadeal is the earliest flight you can take. Flyadeal operates the last service of the day at 23:10.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SSH to RUH flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Riyadh (and then other parts of Saudi Arabia) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Flyadeal is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Saudia ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SSH to RUH flights, with 97.06% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SSH and RUH include:
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
At the moment, £76 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £150. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SSH to RUH.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SSH to RUH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharm El Sheikh Airport, data shows 65.11% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is about 3 miles from central Sharm El Sheikh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SSH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Reserve a hotel near RUH if you're on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and see more of Riyadh and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to the centre of Riyadh has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 25 miles away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Riyadh. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SSH to RUH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Riyadh, now it's time to explore other parts of Saudi Arabia. Travel about 240 miles north-east to Dammam to check off its top attractions. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Al Kharj is another destination worth seeing during your travels through Saudi Arabia. Journey to this destination, which is around 85 miles south-east of Riyadh, to visit highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.