Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is six hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RUH to Buenos Aires flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from RUH to Buenos Aires, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Central Riyadh to RUH is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near RUH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport land at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of RUH.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Buenos Aires
The best price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires flight is R 12,211. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 21,870. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from RUH to Buenos Aires. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires ticket.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and experience more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week ahead of your flight from RUH to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is located around 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near EZE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RUH to Buenos Aires flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Buenos Aires in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Buenos Aires:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are must-do's during your Buenos Aires adventure.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Argentina you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.