Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh eight hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MSP to RUH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MSP and RUH:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
At the moment, R 12,848 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,593. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSP to RUH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MSP to RUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're landing on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Hit the road running by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to central Riyadh has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riyadh. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to RUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Always wanted to see Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then head toward Al Kharj. Another worthwhile stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.
