Travelling from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH). Explore your options for jetting out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is 7 hours ahead of Washington DC. King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Washington DC to RUH.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Whether you'd prefer to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a cinch to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a stop you can make on your flight from Washington DC to RUH.
From the centre of Washington DC, DCA is approximately 8 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Need a convenient hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Planning to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) out of this busy hub.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to RUH are offered by Saudia.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Washington Dulles International Airport and RUH:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to RUH, take things easy in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport, R 6,755 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from R 14,700. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Washington DC to RUH, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Riyadh in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington DC to RUH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 7ºC and 23ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport.
More about Riyadh
Start your Riyadh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to King Khaled International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
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