Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh is two hours ahead of Cologne and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your CGN to RUH flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CGN and RUH:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Currently, $228 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $450. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CGN to RUH, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
74.45% of flights taking off from Cologne Bonn Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CGN:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Follow your own route with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Riyadh and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Riyadh in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGN to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Want to visit Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then make your way to Al Kharj. Another worthwhile stop in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.