Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Riyadh is one hour behind Sharjah and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Take your pick of 23 weekly Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest flight available. Air Arabia operates the latest service of the day at 15:15.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to RUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Air Arabia is your gateway to discovering Riyadh (and perhaps some other great corners of Saudi Arabia!). Browse the direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport offered by this carrier.
Air Arabia is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier offering SHJ to RUH flights, with 78.51% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and RUH:
King Fahd International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is P4,588. A return ticket is currently P9,314. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from SHJ to RUH, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SHJ to RUH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
76.09% of flights that depart Sharjah International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SHJ:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Consider booking a hotel near RUH if you're catching a late Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Riyadh and beyond.
Reserving your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Riyadh. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Sharjah International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Riyadh, now it's time to explore other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey around 386 kilometres north-east to Dammam to check off its top attractions. From King Fahd Park to Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Thinking about other great places to go in Saudi Arabia? Set off 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is just one of the highlights in the area.