Flying from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Surat.
Your STV to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport. These are the top stopovers between STV and RUH:
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Currently, R 2,642 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,800. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from STV to RUH, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from STV to RUH.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
Surat Gujarat Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.83% of flights that depart STV arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Surat to Surat Gujarat Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to STV:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're arriving on a late Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RUH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to the centre of Riyadh has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from STV to RUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Searching for other well-known places to visit in Saudi Arabia? Head 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is one of the highlights in this area.
