Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Oslo: what you need to know
Oslo is two hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located. Oslo runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RUH to Oslo flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good 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.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from RUH to Oslo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
RUH is around 27 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Oslo, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Oslo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Oslo flight is R 2,641. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,063. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RUH to Oslo if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a King Khaled International Airport to Oslo ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RUH to Oslo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Oslo by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to the centre of Oslo takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Oslo. Book one of these accommodation options near OSL instead:
Grab an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car and discover Oslo and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Oslo Airport Gardermoen about three weeks in advance of your flight from RUH to Oslo.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) is roughly 121 kilometres from the centre of Oslo. Once you've hopped off your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Oslo, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to TRF. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your RUH to Oslo flight:
Hertz, Sixt and Budget make picking up a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at TRF can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Oslo
Before you book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Oslo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Oslo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your King Khaled International Airport to Oslo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Oslo, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to Oslo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Oslo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Oslo right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Oslo:
The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Viking Ship Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Oslo travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Akershus Fortress.
Explore more of Norway
Bergen is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Oslo. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market.
Trondheim is another standout destination in Norway and is around 386 kilometres north of Oslo. No journey is complete without experiencing Ringve Museum, Rockheim and Stiftsgarden.
