Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh is nine hours ahead of Austin and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your AUS to RUH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between AUS and RUH:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Right now, $814 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,535. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from AUS to RUH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from AUS to RUH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
When it comes to Austin-Bergstrom Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Austin-Bergstrom Airport from central Austin, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to AUS:
Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Consider staying at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel after your Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. It's only a short drive from RUH and a good choice if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Explore without limits with a Riyadh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Homes and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
Booking your ride from Riyadh Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Riyadh in March.
Book your flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUS to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Eager to see King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque? Then travel to Al Kharj. Another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.