Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Bristol Airport (BRS): what you need to know
The timezone in Bristol is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Riyadh.
To ensure you get on your RUH to BRS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport. These are the top stopovers between RUH and BRS:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Bristol Airport (BRS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport flight is R 2,327. A return ticket right now is R 6,520. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to BRS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RUH to BRS.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of RUH.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near RUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Bristol Airport (BRS)
If you're getting in on a late King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BRS:
Go where the road takes you with a Bristol Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Drivalia and discover more of Bristol and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bristol Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Bristol Airport (BRS) to central Bristol
From Bristol Airport, Bristol is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Bristol Airport (BRS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Bristol. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bristol Airport for July if you'd like to go to Bristol during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to BRS in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Bristol has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres east of Bristol, a trip to London will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 121 kilometres north of Bristol. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are the start of reasons to visit.
