Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Tabuk Regional Airport (TUU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport.
Riyadh and Tabuk are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from RUH to TUU start from 04:45 — the first with Saudia. The last departure is at 23:25 with Saudia. In total, there are 90 weekly King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your RUH to TUU flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport, so jetting to Tabuk (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with flyadeal on this route.
Saudia tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for RUH to TUU flights, with 95.96% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RUH and TUU:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Tabuk Regional Airport (TUU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport flight is ر.ق. 203. A return ticket is currently ر.ق. 400. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from RUH to TUU by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH to TUU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination on time.
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tabuk Regional Airport (TUU)
Consider booking a hotel close to TUU if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Tabuk Regional Airport rental car and explore Tabuk and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Key Car Hire and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Tabuk Regional Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Tabuk Regional Airport (TUU) to central Tabuk
Tabuk Regional Airport to the centre of Tabuk has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tabuk Regional Airport (TUU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Tabuk. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tabuk Regional Airport for August if you want to explore Tabuk during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to TUU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Tabuk, now it's time to discover other corners of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Turaif to check off its leading attractions. From Family Park حديقة عايله to Park and Garden and Family Walk Way, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Saudi Arabia, consider Ţubarjal, about 290 kilometres north-east of Tabuk. Eid prayer Btabrgel, Municipal Collector and Tabarjal public garden for families are key reasons to visit.
