Travelling from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Nairobi has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Nairobi and Riyadh (where King Khaled International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
To ensure you get on your flight from Nairobi to RUH, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Nairobi to RUH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
From central Nairobi, NBO is approximately 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Wilson Airport and RUH:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Nairobi to RUH, take things easy in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
For a one-way ticket from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport, 247 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from 427 €. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Nairobi to RUH, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Riyadh, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Nairobi to RUH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport in January when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about Riyadh
Start your Riyadh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to King Khaled International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Kingdom Centre Tower, National Museum and Riyadh Zoo are top sights which should be on any well-planned Riyadh itinerary.
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