Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
A direct flight from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport takes an average of 11 hours. The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which makes it 6 hours behind Seoul.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Riyadh (and exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is simple with Saudia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ICN and RUH are:
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from ICN to RUH, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is Rs49,312. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs97,515. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from ICN to RUH.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and public transport alternatives.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near ICN. Whether you have an early flight from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Reserve a hotel close to RUH if you have a late flight from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Riyadh in April.
Book your flight from Incheon International Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you want to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ICN to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
More about Riyadh
Start your Riyadh trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from ICN to RUH, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Kingdom Centre Tower and National Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Riyadh to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Riyadh Zoo.
Complete your Riyadh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to King Khaled International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Riyadh.