Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Detroit.
To ensure you get on your DTW to RUH flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between DTW and RUH:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is R 9,636. A return ticket right now is R 13,388. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from DTW to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DTW to RUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of the flights that depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% land on time at their destination.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're getting in on a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near RUH:
Explore without limits 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.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to RUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you should also see. About 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Searching for other great places to go in Saudi Arabia? Journey 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is a highlight in this area.
