Flying from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Brussels: what you need to know
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is two hours behind Riyadh.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RUH to Brussels flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from RUH to Brussels with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh, RUH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Brussels? Stay at a hotel close to RUH, such as Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Makarem Riyadh Hotel will also have you moments from check-in.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH land on schedule 85% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Brussels
R 2,234 is currently the best price for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Brussels flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 5,479. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RUH to Brussels if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from RUH to Brussels.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Once your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Brussels has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The journey will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your RUH to Brussels flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
September is the most popular month for flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Brussels. To escape the crowds, head to Brussels in December.
When booking your Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Brussels plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Brussels:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Atomium, Grand Place and Royal Palace of Brussels are must-visits when exploring Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Belgium just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a trip to Ostend will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Belgium, head for Verviers, about 113 kilometres east of Brussels. Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique are the start of reasons to visit.