Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
3 hours 24 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Riyadh is 1 hour behind Baku and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Each week, there are 6 flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. The earliest flight from GYD to RUH is at 00:10 and the latest is at 22:05.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is your gateway to discovering Riyadh (and perhaps some other great corners of Saudi Arabia!). Look through the direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you want to break up your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the GYD - RUH route include:
Kuwait International Airport
Dubai Airport
King Fahd International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from GYD to RUH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 81 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 173 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from GYD to RUH, book your journey 2 months before your departure date.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Travelling from central Baku to Heydar Aliyev International Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to GYD? If you've booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
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.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick 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 and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from GYD to RUH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Riyadh
Start your Riyadh trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from GYD to RUH, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Kingdom Centre Tower, National Museum and Riyadh Zoo are top attractions which should feature on every Riyadh itinerary.
Complete your Riyadh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to King Khaled International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Riyadh.