Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Batumi Airport (BUS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Batumi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Batumi one hour ahead of Riyadh.
Flights from RUH to BUS start at 07:10 — the earliest with flynas. The last departure is at 19:40 with flynas. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your RUH to BUS flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Getting to Batumi (and then discovering more of Georgia!) is a breeze with flynas. This popular carrier has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with flynas on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between RUH and BUS include:
Dubai Airport
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Batumi Airport (BUS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport flight is ₹ 11,485. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 22,374. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from RUH to BUS by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Landing cheap flights from RUH to BUS is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.
King Khaled International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near RUH:
Arriving at Batumi Airport (BUS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BUS instead:
Pick up a Batumi Airport rental car and explore Batumi and beyond with your own set of wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Avis and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Batumi Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Batumi Airport (BUS) to central Batumi
Batumi Airport to the centre of Batumi has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Batumi Airport (BUS)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Batumi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Batumi is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Batumi Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to BUS in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Georgia
Tbilisi is just one of the many cities in Georgia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Batumi. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Peace Bridge, The Japanese Garden - Tbilisi Botanical Garden and Rike Park.
Around 113 kilometres north-east of Batumi, Kutaisi is another essential stop in Georgia. Start your sightseeing at Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi Historical Museum and Kutaisi Botanical Garden.