Flying from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh is three hours ahead of Accra and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive 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 ACC to RUH flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kotoka International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ACC and RUH include:
Cairo International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Right now, R 7,817 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,644. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ACC to RUH if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Kotoka International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from ACC to RUH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kotoka 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 Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
When it comes to Kotoka International Airport's on-time performance, 70.37% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Kotoka International Airport from central Accra, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ACC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to King Khaled International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're coming in on a late Kotoka International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near RUH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Riyadh and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kotoka International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit 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 Kotoka International Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ACC to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Riyadh, now it's time to explore more of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to tick off its leading attractions. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, your itinerary will be busy.
Thinking about other well-known places to visit in Saudi Arabia? Journey 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is a highlight in the area.