Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
Dublin's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Dublin three hours behind Riyadh.
To ensure you catch your RUH to DUB flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Dublin Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between RUH and DUB:
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How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Dublin Airport flight is Rs45,052. A round-trip fare right now is Rs91,111. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to DUB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dublin Airport.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 86.76% of the time.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dublin Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Khaled International Airport to Dublin Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dublin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dublin and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Dublin Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport to the centre of Dublin has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dublin Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Dublin. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Dublin Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RUH to DUB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Ireland you should also see. Around 225 kilometres south-west of Dublin, a trip to Cork will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Ireland, consider Tallaght, about 10 kilometres south-west of Dublin. Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet are key reasons to visit.