Flying from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Seoul: what you need to know
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is six hours ahead of Riyadh.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RUH to Seoul flight.
Flying during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from RUH to Seoul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh, RUH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have an early flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Seoul, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra sleep) at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Makarem Riyadh Hotel is another handy option near RUH.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Seoul
The best price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Seoul flight is ₹ 18,687. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 42,617. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RUH to Seoul, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Seoul Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from RUH to Seoul.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Once your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Seoul has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near GMP. Kick back and get cosy after your RUH to Seoul flight at one of these well-located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from GMP one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
December is the quietest month for flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Seoul, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Seoul plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RUH to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Seoul:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Seoul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Daegu is another sought-after destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres southeast of Seoul. No trip is complete without a visit to Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park.
