Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 6 hours 40 minutes.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh three hours ahead of London.
Every week, there are 32 London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, select the 10:00 Saudia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:25 with Saudia.
Your LHR 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 flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways is your ticket to exploring Riyadh (and maybe even some other great parts of Saudi Arabia!). Browse the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
With 71.08% of its services landing on schedule, British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to RUH flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and RUH:
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
₹ 16,013 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 33,691. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from LHR to RUH, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're coming in on a late London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Go where the road takes you with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and experience more of Riyadh and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to central Riyadh has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Riyadh in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Always wanted to see Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then find your way to Al Kharj. Another worthwhile stop in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.