Flying from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is two hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu.
Your KTM to RUH flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Traveling to Riyadh (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a snap with Himalaya Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Himalaya Airlines on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KTM and RUH:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Currently, AED 779 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 1,417. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from KTM to RUH, reserve your journey ten months before your planned departure.
March is the cheapest month for flights from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from KTM to RUH.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Of all flights departing from Kathmandu Airport, 51% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Kathmandu Airport is around 6 kilometers from central Kathmandu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near KTM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Hop off your Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport flight and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a handy option that's not too far from RUH, unpack your bags at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Riyadh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Riyadh Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From Riyadh Airport, Riyadh is approximately 32 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Riyadh in March.
When reserving your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Riyadh Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KTM to RUH around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Riyadh. Around 386 kilometers away to the north-east, popular attractions include Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Al Kharj is another place you shouldn't miss during your time in Saudi Arabia. Journey to this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometers south-east of Riyadh, to visit highlights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque.