Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 5 minutes.
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 2 hours behind Riyadh.
King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route, with 14 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from RUH to FRA is with Saudia at 09:05. Go for the first departure with Lufthansa at 01:50 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from RUH to Frankfurt. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
You can reserve a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt. Begin your trip at RUH and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from RUH to Frankfurt. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
You will need an embassy visa for Germany if you have a passport from Saudi Arabia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Central Riyadh to RUH is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 33 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near RUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Frankfurt
Rs37,723 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs90,087. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from RUH to Frankfurt by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 37 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from RUH to Frankfurt:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Frankfurt in February when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from RUH to Frankfurt sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
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