Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 31 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 4 hours ahead of Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). There are 5 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from RUH to BKK is the 02:10 Saudia service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 02:40 with Saudia.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from RUH to Bangkok. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Bangkok are available for booking. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is where you'll step off the plane.
Saudia is a leading airline that operates direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok.
We make it easy to book a flight from RUH to Bangkok that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Cochin International Airport (COK)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
You'll need an e-visa for Thailand if you have a passport from Saudi Arabia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
To get to RUH from central Riyadh, it'll take around 33 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near RUH. Whether you have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Bangkok
R 3,563 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,602. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 5 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to Bangkok.
The cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok is January. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to BKK if you have a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After your flight from RUH to Bangkok, rest your head at a hotel near DMK. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok. July is the most popular month to travel to Bangkok. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap flights from RUH to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top attractions which should be on any good Bangkok itinerary.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Bangkok and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bangkok.