Saudi Arabia Flight Tips

   Top Airlines That Fly To Saudi Arabia

Book cheap plane tickets to Saudi Arabia. Jetsetz is an airline consolidator that specializes in cheap flights to Saudi Arabia.  As a consolidator, Jetsetz compares top airlines & travel websites to find the cheapest flights to Saudi Arabia.  Some of the top airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia are Saudia, Turkish Airlines, Etihad, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates EgyptAir, American Airlines, Air France and Lufthansa.  Most of these airlines offer cheap non-stop flights to Saudi Arabia as well as direct flights to Saudi Arabia through various airports located in the United States, Canada, UK and Europe. Jetsetz also works with international airlines that offer cheap one-way flights to Saudi Arabia.

   Top Airports In Saudi Arabia

The best way to find cheap flights to Saudi Arabia is to book your flights to the King Khalid International Airport (RUH)  The King Khalid International Airport is one of the largest airports in Saudi Arabia, a primary gateway into country and one of the best airports to search flights to Saudi Arabia. If you are searching for flights to the King Khalid International Airport, please enter the airport code RUH into the arrival city search box. This will narrow your flight search to the King Khalid International Airport.

The second largest airport in the Saudi Arabia is the or the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).  The Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is another great option for cheap flights to Saudi Arabia.  If you are searching for flights to the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, please enter the airport code JED into the arrival city search box. This will narrow your flight search to the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport. For more information on the King Khalid International Airport and the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, please visit the Airport Information section below.

   Best Time To Fly To Saudi Arabia

The best time to fly to Saudi Arabia is between October – April, as the weather is pleasant, and the tourist season has not begun yet. As a result of the heat, June - September is the low season and is the best time to find cheap flights to Saudi Arabia. August is typically the cheapest month to fly to Saudi Arabia. If you are planning to fly during these times, be sure to book your flight at least 60 days prior to your departure date to get the cheapest fare. Winter is the peak travel season, with the most expensive prices on flights to Saudi Arabia.

   Cheap Flights From Saudi Arabia

The King Khalid International Airport’s central location makes it a great airport to find cheap flights from Saudi Arabia. The Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport’s location makes it another great airport to find cheap flights from Saudi Arabia. There are numerous international airlines that offer cheap flights from the King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED). If you plan to fly within Saudi Arabia, you will need to catch a domestic flight departing from the King Khalid International Airport or the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport. Most domestic flights throughout Saudi Arabia are handled by Saudi Golf, Saudi Air and Flynas. To catch your flight from the King Khalid International Airport or the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, you will need to move from the International terminal to the Domestic terminal. Depending on where you are in the terminal, you also may need to check your bag through customs and security, so be sure to give yourself at least 2 hours to connect to your domestic flight within the airport.

   Saudi Arabia Airport Transportation Information

If you choose to fly into the King Khalid International Airport, you will need to work out your ground transportation. The King Khalid International Airport is located 37 km north of Riyadh's city center. The best way to travel from the King Khalid International Airport to the Riyadh city center is to take a taxi. The taxi takes 45 minutes to travel from the Riyadh Airport to the Riyadh city center. Taxis, private drivers, shuttles, new metro and car rentals are all available at the King Khalid International Airport for your convenience. Once you are in Riyadh, taxis, uber, train, buses, and the metro are the best way to get around the city. The public transportation system in general, is great in Riyadh. If you are planning on traveling to other cities within Saudi Arabia, you will probably want to hire a rental car. You can either rent a car at the King Khalid International Airport or take public transportation into the city center and rent a car at one of the rental car offices located throughout Riyadh. 

If you choose to fly into the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, you will need to work out your ground transportation.The Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is located 19 km northeast of Jeddah's city center. The best way to travel from the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to the Jeddah city center is to take a taxi. The taxi takes 30 minutes to travel from the Jeddah Airport to the Jeddah city center. Taxis, private drivers, shuttles, new metro and car rentals are all available at the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport for your convenience. Once you are in Jeddah, taxis, uber, train, buses, and the metro are the best way to get around the city. The public transportation system in general, is great in Jeddah. If you are planning on traveling to other cities within Saudi Arabia, you will probably want to hire a rental car. You can either rent a car at the Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport or take public transportation into the city center and rent a car at one of the rental car offices located throughout Jeddah. 

   Saudi Arabia Tourist Information 

There are a lot of things to do while visiting Saudi Arabia. Entertainment in Saudi Arabia is very family oriented with very few activities for couples or the single traveler. Scuba diving is popular on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast. Jeddah has several dive operators. Amusement parks (many of them indoor) are often found near malls or beaches. Many of the large cities have public parks and small zoos. You can also go horseback riding or ride camels at the horse-racing tracks and popular beaches. Take a desert safari and enjoy the desert, go ATV riding, take a camel tour or do a 4x4 adventure. Other areas of interest include The Floating Mosque, a large ornate mosque attracting millions of visitors each year.

If you are traveling for pleasure in Saudi Arabia, you will want to take some time to visit Riyadh.  Riyadh is the largest most modern city of Saudi Arabia. The bustling Olaya District is the heart and soul of this city. This commercial and residential district offers accommodations, entertainment, dining and shopping options that cater to any budget. You will find attractions throughout the city whether you prefer to stroll through the ultra-modern downtown area, tour the many mosques, or enjoy Riyadh's great shopping. Head out to the Deerah Souk, a busting market full of vendor stalls selling everything from scarfs, carpets to lanterns, everything unique to this area can be found. Once you in Riyadh, be sure to enjoy the amazing kebabs located at one of the many restaurants throughout the city of Riyadh. Whether you fly to Saudi Arabia for business or pleasure, you are sure to have a great time in this fascinating country.