Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Melbourne: what you need to know
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is eight hours ahead of Riyadh.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RUH to Melbourne flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from RUH to Melbourne with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To get to RUH from central Riyadh, it takes about 35 minutes by car. It's roughly 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel close to RUH? If you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
King Khaled International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Melbourne
R 6,060 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 14,574. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RUH to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across every month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and see more of Melbourne and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from RUH to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Make yourself at home here after your RUH to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Get settled at one of these options after your RUH to Melbourne flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're hoping for a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at snagging what you want. Secure your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Melbourne in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RUH to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Melbourne, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Launceston is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without a visit to City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
