Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Taif Airport (TIF): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport.
Riyadh and Taif are both in the UTC+3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from RUH to TIF start at 01:20 — the earliest with Saudia. The latest departure is at 23:25 with Saudia. Overall, you can choose from 157 weekly King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport flights.
Your RUH to TIF flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport, so jetting to Taif (and then visiting more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Flyadeal is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With a dependable 90.43% of services arriving on schedule, Saudia has the best on-time performance for RUH to TIF flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RUH and TIF:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Abha Regional Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Taif Airport (TIF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport flight is 34 €. A return fare right now is 69 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from RUH to TIF by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights departing from King Khaled International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when setting off from RUH.
King Khaled International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Taif Airport (TIF)
Arriving late on a King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport flight? Collect your bags and head straight to a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to TIF are Rawat Al Msaif and Nader's Apartment.
Hit the road running by picking up a Taif Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Taif's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Taif Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Taif Airport (TIF) to central Taif
Taif Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from the centre of Taif. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Taif Airport (TIF)
March is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Taif in April.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Taif, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to TIF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Taif, now it's time to discover more of Saudi Arabia. Travel about 137 kilometres west to Jeddah to tick off its must-visit sights. From Faisal Sports Park to Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Mecca is another well-known destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 48 kilometres west of Taif. No journey is complete without seeing View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.