Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh 11 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SFO and RUH include:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
R 8,148 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 13,970. These prices can change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to RUH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SFO to RUH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Get off your San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a handy option a short journey from RUH, unpack your bags at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.
Travel at your own speed with a Riyadh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and find adventure across Riyadh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Riyadh Airport around four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Riyadh. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Riyadh Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to RUH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia you should also see. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Looking for other well-known places to go in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque is just one of the highlights in the area.
