Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LAX to RUH flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and RUH:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Currently, $622 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,261. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LAX to RUH.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Book a hotel near RUH if you're on a late Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a King Khaled International Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riyadh. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to RUH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Al Kharj is another great place to check out during your travels in Saudi Arabia. Make your way to this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to discover highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.